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Litigation Associate in San Francisco

Date Posted: 25 August 2026

Job Snapshot

Job Description

Junior Litigation Associate

About the Opportunity:

A premier San Francisco-based law firm is seeking a talented Associate Attorney with 2 to 3 years of meaningful civil litigation experience to join a dynamic litigation practice. This role offers the opportunity to work directly on a broad range of high-stakes, substantive litigation matters, including complex commercial litigation, trust disputes, corporate and partnership disputes, contract claims, and intellectual property disputes.

Key Responsibilities

  • Draft complex pleadings, dispositive motions, and legal briefs.

  • Propound, handle, and respond to written discovery.

  • Manage case schedules, court deadlines, and overall litigation strategy.

  • Conduct extensive legal research and analysis on novel legal issues.

Qualifications

  • 2–3 years of dedicated civil litigation experience in a law firm setting.

  • Superior legal research, writing, and analytical skills.

  • Exceptional academic credentials from a nationally recognized law school.

  • Active bar admission in California.

  • Strong work ethic, enthusiasm, legal acumen, and commitment to professional growth.

Compensation & Benefits

  • Anticipated Base Salary Range: $225,000 – $245,000 annually. DOE

  • Comprehensive benefits package and a collaborative environment that values community involvement and hard work.

To apply:

Please send your resume, law school transcripts, and a writing sample to Nykki McAdoo at nykki.mcadoo@gogpac.com. All inquiries and submissions will be kept strictly confidential.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.

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