Commercial Litigation Associate

WiseLex BPO•San Francisco, CA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

WiseLex BPO is seeking a driven Commercial Litigation Associate to join our practice in San Francisco, CA, Newport Beach, CA, or West Palm Beach, FL. Our litigation team blends sophisticated commercial disputes, regulatory enforcement matters, and public law challenges for a diverse nationwide client base. This role is ideal for an attorney who trained at a leading law firm, boutique, or government practice and is seeking greater responsibility, direct client engagement, and meaningful involvement in high-stakes disputes—backed by close mentorship and collaboration with experienced partners.

Requirements

3 to 4 years of solid civil litigation experience in state and/or federal court
Training at a top-tier law firm, premier litigation boutique, or government practice is strongly preferred
Proven experience drafting dispositive motions, managing discovery, and strong legal research and writing abilities
Active membership in the California Bar (or the ability to obtain admission promptly); other jurisdictions considered with eligibility to transfer
Demonstrated ability to draft dispositive motions, manage discovery, and conduct thorough legal research and writing
Active California Bar membership (or ability to obtain promptly); other jurisdictions considered with eligibility to transfer
Excellent written and oral communication skills; ability to engage directly with clients and regulators

Nice To Haves

Judicial clerkship or prior government legal experience
Judicial clerkship or prior government service
A genuine interest in blending commercial litigation with regulatory and public law matters
Strategic thinker with strong analytical capabilities, excellent communication skills, and a collaborative work style
Comfortable working in a dynamic litigation environment with high stakes and demanding deadlines

Responsibilities

Manage cases and discrete litigation components with increasing independence
Draft pleadings, dispositive motions, and substantive legal briefs
Conduct and oversee written discovery and deposition practices
Participate directly in hearings, mediations, client strategy sessions, and depositions
Collaborate closely with partners on overall litigation strategy and case development
Analyze evolving statutory and regulatory legal frameworks
Maintain direct communication with clients, opposing counsel, and regulators
Support and, where appropriate, take lead responsibility in commercial, governance, regulatory enforcement, and public law matters