Mid-Level / Senior Litigation Associate (Commercial, Regulatory & Public Law)
Listing checked October 19, 2026 · pay as published by Talentxo
Overview
A litigation team with a nationwide client base seeks a mid-level or senior associate for its San Francisco, Newport Beach, or West Palm Beach office. The practice blends commercial litigation, regulatory enforcement, and public law challenges, often involving expedited proceedings, injunctive relief, and parallel regulatory exposure. You will draft pleadings and dispositive motions, manage discovery, and participate in depositions, hearings, and mediations. Senior associates take on greater independence and ownership of significant matters, with direct client engagement and partner mentorship.
What You'll Do8
- 1Manage cases and discrete litigation components with increasing independence
- 2Draft pleadings, dispositive motions, and substantive briefs
- 3Conduct and oversee written discovery and motion practice
- 4Participate in depositions, hearings, mediations, and client strategy sessions
- 5Work closely with partners on litigation strategy and case development
- 6Develop legal analysis across evolving statutory and regulatory frameworks
- 7Communicate directly with clients, opposing counsel, and regulators
- 8For senior associates, assume greater ownership of key litigation workstreams, collaborate with associates and staff, and manage multiple matters effectively
Requirements9
- 1Mid-Level: Three to four years of litigation experience in state and/or federal court
- 2Senior: Six or more years of litigation experience in state and/or federal court
- 3Training at a leading law firm, litigation boutique, or government practice preferred
- 4Experience drafting dispositive motions and managing discovery
- 5Strong research, writing, analytical, and organizational skills
- 6Ability to manage multiple workstreams effectively, particularly at the senior level
- 7Active membership in the California Bar, or ability to obtain admission promptly
- 8Judicial clerkship or government experience is a plus
- 9Interest in both commercial litigation and regulatory/public law matters, including attorneys seeking to broaden their practice into these areas
Who Should Apply
Candidates with 3-4 years (mid-level) or 6+ years (senior) of state or federal litigation experience, ideally from a leading firm, boutique, or government practice. The role suits attorneys who have drafted dispositive motions, managed discovery, and want to handle commercial, regulatory, and public law matters. Active California Bar membership or prompt eligibility is required.
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