Seyfarth Shaw LLP
Litigation Associate (4-6 years)
Seyfarth Shaw LLP, San Francisco, California, United States, 94199
PRACTICE AREAS:
Commercial LitigationJOB TYPE:
Law Firm
Company : Seyfarth Shaw LLPPosition : Litigation Associate (4-6 years)Location : San Francisco, CA
Description:
At Seyfarth, we understand that great people are the key to our success, and we provide the opportunities to match. If you join us, you’ll work with state-of-the-art technology in a friendly and professional environment, and we will continue to invest in your professional development. If you want the freedom to grow at a firm that is invested in your future, keep reading.THE OPPORTUNITY:We have an exciting opportunity for a Litigation Associate with 4-6 years of complex commercial litigation and class action experience to join our San Francisco office.THE DAY-TO-DAY:As an associate in the Litigation Department, you’ll have the opportunity to work on interesting, challenging, and groundbreaking cases in collaboration with senior attorneys.WHAT WE PROVIDE:We provide competitive salary and benefits at all levels. For associates, we provide comprehensive training through our mentoring programs, CLE initiatives, Seyfarth University, industry credentialing, and hands-on learning by working side-by-side with our partners.We are also proud to be an influential leader in inclusion and diversity. The firm has been recognized for our efforts by the Human Rights Campaign, the Minority Corporate Counsel Association, and Seramount (formerly Working Mother magazine). We are Mansfield 5.0 certified, a reflection of our ongoing commitment to advancing candidates from underrepresented groups.MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:4-6 years of complex commercial and class action litigation experience in a law firm; trial experience is a plus;Experience preparing pleadings and contested motions (such as complaints, motions to dismiss, motions for summary judgment, applications for temporary restraining orders, preliminary injunction);Experience taking and defending depositions and working with expert witnesses;Stellar writing ability and excellent academic credentials, as writing ability is critical for this position (we ask that you submit two writing samples with your application);Strong analytical and verbal communication skills;Candidate must be admitted to the California State Bar.NOTE TO AGENCIES AND APPLICANTS:At this time, Seyfarth Shaw LLP will not be accepting applications submitted through search firms for this position. All qualified candidates must submit their own applications to be considered for this position.Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.PAY TRANSPARENCY:The salary range for this role is $275,000 to $310,000. This range is only applicable for jobs to be performed in San Francisco. This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. An employee’s pay within the salary range will be based on numerous factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, experience, skills, and business or organizational needs. This job is also eligible for an annual merit increase and bonus pay.We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, and 401(k).
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Commercial LitigationJOB TYPE:
Law Firm
Company : Seyfarth Shaw LLPPosition : Litigation Associate (4-6 years)Location : San Francisco, CA
Description:
At Seyfarth, we understand that great people are the key to our success, and we provide the opportunities to match. If you join us, you’ll work with state-of-the-art technology in a friendly and professional environment, and we will continue to invest in your professional development. If you want the freedom to grow at a firm that is invested in your future, keep reading.THE OPPORTUNITY:We have an exciting opportunity for a Litigation Associate with 4-6 years of complex commercial litigation and class action experience to join our San Francisco office.THE DAY-TO-DAY:As an associate in the Litigation Department, you’ll have the opportunity to work on interesting, challenging, and groundbreaking cases in collaboration with senior attorneys.WHAT WE PROVIDE:We provide competitive salary and benefits at all levels. For associates, we provide comprehensive training through our mentoring programs, CLE initiatives, Seyfarth University, industry credentialing, and hands-on learning by working side-by-side with our partners.We are also proud to be an influential leader in inclusion and diversity. The firm has been recognized for our efforts by the Human Rights Campaign, the Minority Corporate Counsel Association, and Seramount (formerly Working Mother magazine). We are Mansfield 5.0 certified, a reflection of our ongoing commitment to advancing candidates from underrepresented groups.MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:4-6 years of complex commercial and class action litigation experience in a law firm; trial experience is a plus;Experience preparing pleadings and contested motions (such as complaints, motions to dismiss, motions for summary judgment, applications for temporary restraining orders, preliminary injunction);Experience taking and defending depositions and working with expert witnesses;Stellar writing ability and excellent academic credentials, as writing ability is critical for this position (we ask that you submit two writing samples with your application);Strong analytical and verbal communication skills;Candidate must be admitted to the California State Bar.NOTE TO AGENCIES AND APPLICANTS:At this time, Seyfarth Shaw LLP will not be accepting applications submitted through search firms for this position. All qualified candidates must submit their own applications to be considered for this position.Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.PAY TRANSPARENCY:The salary range for this role is $275,000 to $310,000. This range is only applicable for jobs to be performed in San Francisco. This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. An employee’s pay within the salary range will be based on numerous factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, experience, skills, and business or organizational needs. This job is also eligible for an annual merit increase and bonus pay.We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, and 401(k).
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