Litigation Associate - Complex Litigation/...

u003cdiv class= 'mb-2 text-xl font-medium 'u003eu003cstrong style= 'font-size: 11pt; 'u003eWhat we're looking for?u003c/strongu003eu003c/divu003eu003cdiv id= 'markdown ' class= 'text-base font-light whitespace-pre-wrap 'u003eu003cpu003eWe need a 3rd-5th year associate with strong complex litigation experience, excellent research and writing skills, and stellar academic credentials from a top law school. You should be comfortable with a high-stakes, in-office team environment and have a track record of handling sophisticated legal matters.u003c/pu003eu003cbru003eu003cpu003eBonus points if you have prior federal judicial clerkship experience or a proven interest in environmental law.u003c/pu003eu003cbru003eu003cpu003eu003cstrongu003eWhat you'll do:u003c/strongu003eu003c/pu003eu003culu003eu003cliu003eu003cpu003eHandle sophisticated matters ranging from cutting-edge litigation to complex regulatory matters and enforcement defense.u003c/pu003eu003c/liu003eu003cliu003eu003cpu003eTake ownership of legal research, writing, and preparation for court appearances and trials.u003c/pu003eu003c/liu003eu003cliu003eu003cpu003eWork closely with partners such as Navi Dhillon, Sean Unger, Deborah Schmall, Chris Carr, and Peter Meier on diverse cases.u003c/pu003eu003c/liu003eu003cliu003eu003cpu003eDevelop and apply litigation skills, including motion practice and court appearances, through hands-on experience with the team.u003c/pu003eu003c/liu003eu003cliu003eu003cpu003eContribute to cross-office and cross-departmental work, gaining exposure to various clients and matters.u003c/pu003eu003c/liu003eu003c/ulu003eu003c/divu003eu003cdiv class= 'my-8 'u003eu003cdiv class= ' 'u003eu003cdiv class= 'mb-4 flex 'u003eu003cdiv class= 'w-6 flex-none 'u003eu0026 u003c/divu003eu003cdiv class= 'ml-3 min-w-0 'u003eu003cdiv class= 'flex w-fit items-center 'u003eu003cstrongu003eu003ca class= 'text-base font-normal 'u003e3 - 5 yearsu0026 of experienceu003c/au003eu003c/strongu003eu003c/divu003eu003cdiv class= 'text-base font-light leading-tight text-neutral-800 min-w-0 break-words whitespace-normal 'u003eas a litigation associateu003c/divu003eu003c/divu003eu003c/divu003eu003cdiv class= 'mb-4 flex 'u003eu003cdiv class= 'w-6 flex-none 'u003eu0026 u003c/divu003eu003cdiv class= 'ml-3 min-w-0 'u003eu003cdiv class= 'mb-0.5 text-base leading-tight 'u003eu003cstrongu003eSalaryu003c/strongu003eu003c/divu003eu003cdiv class= 'text-base font-light leading-tight text-neutral-800 min-w-0 break-words whitespace-normal 'u003e$260K - $365K (Paul Hastings offers lockstep compensation. The base salary for this role is competitive and on par with other peer firms, ranging from $260,000 to $365,000, depending on the year of experience. For a 3rd year associate, the salary is $260,000; for a 4th year, it's $310,000; and for a 5th year, it's $365,000. Associates are eligible for bonuses based on meeting a minimum of 2000 hours, with up to 100 hours of pro bono work counting towards this total. )u003c/divu003eu003c/divu003eu003c/divu003eu003cdiv class= 'mb-4 flex 'u003eu003cdiv class= 'w-6 flex-none 'u003eu0026 u003c/divu003eu003cdiv class= 'ml-3 min-w-0 'u003eu003cdiv class= 'mb-0.5 text-base leading-tight 'u003eu003cstrongu003eEquityu003c/strongu003eu003c/divu003eu003cdiv class= 'text-base font-light leading-tight text-neutral-800 min-w-0 break-words whitespace-normal 'u003eNot applicable for this associate role.u003c/divu003eu003c/divu003eu003c/divu003eu003cdiv class= 'mb-4 flex 'u003eu003cdiv class= 'w-6 flex-none 'u003eu0026 u003c/divu003eu003cdiv class= 'ml-3 min-w-0 'u003eu003cdiv class= 'mb-0.5 text-base leading-tight 'u003eu003cstrongu003eVisa sponsorship availableu003c/strongu003eu003c/divu003eu003cdiv class= 'text-base font-light leading-tight text-neutral-800 min-w-0 break-words whitespace-normal 'u003eCase by case basisu003c/divu003eu003c/divu003eu003c/divu003eu003cdiv class= 'mb-4 flex 'u003eu003cdiv class= 'w-6 flex-none 'u003eu0026 u003c/divu003eu003cdiv class= 'ml-3 min-w-0 'u003eu003cdiv class= 'mb-0.5 text-base leading-tight 'u003eu003cstrongu003eOn-site work policyu003c/strongu003eu003c/divu003eu003cdiv class= 'text-base font-light leading-tight text-neutral-800 min-w-0 break-words whitespace-normal 'u003eOn-site in SF, with an expectation of 3-5 days per week. Remote work is not an option.u003c/divu003eu003cdiv class= 'text-base font-light leading-tight text-neutral-800 min-w-0 break-words whitespace-normal 'u003eu0026 u003c/divu003eu003cdiv class= 'text-base font-light leading-tight text-neutral-800 min-w-0 break-words whitespace-normal 'u003eu003cdiv class= 'mb-6 'u003eu003cdiv class= 'text-xl font-medium 'u003eu003cstrongu003eWhy candidates should joinu003c/strongu003eu003c/divu003eu003c/divu003eu003cdiv id= 'markdown ' class= 'whitespace-pre-wrap font-light mb-6 'u003eu003cpu003eu003cstrongu003eTop-Tier Environmental Litigation Team:u003c/strongu003e You'll join an elite complex litigation team that handles sophisticated environmental matters - this is THE team to be on if you want to work on cutting-edge environmental litigation cases.u003c/pu003eu003cpu003eu003cstrongu003eTrial Experience u0026Courtroom Exposure:u003c/strongu003e The team is actively gearing up for trial this month and regularly handles matters that go to court - you'll get real litigation experience beyond just research and writing.u003c/pu003eu003cpu003eu003cstrongu003eCross-Office Collaboration:u003c/strongu003e Work with top partners across SF, LA, DC, and NY offices on high-profile matters. The practice manager ensures you stay busy with diverse work from different offices and clients.u003c/pu003eu003cpu003eu003cstrongu003eRapid Firm Growth:u003c/strongu003e Our client has experienced major growth over the past 3-4 years with significant investment in all practice areas. This means consistent work opportunities and strong bonus potential.u003c/pu003eu003cpu003eu003cstrongu003eHands-On Mentorship:u003c/strongu003e You'll be assigned a senior associate mentor and work directly with top partners including Navi Dhillon, Sean Unger, and Deborah Schmall.u003c/pu003eu003c/divu003eu003c/divu003eu003c/divu003eu003c/divu003eu003c/divu003eu003c/divu003e ', 'location ': 'San Francisco, CA ', 'remote ':null, 'jobtype ': 'directhire ', 'remoteoption ': 'no ', 'featuredonjobboard ':false, 'ownedbyagency ':false, 'externalid ': 'QC3-2751411

Created: 2026-01-19