Litigation Associate Attorney – Appellate (Hybrid)

Kahana & Feld Llp • San Diego, CA

4d • Hybrid

About The Position

Kahana Feld is hiring civil litigation attorneys for associate and senior attorney roles on its nationally acclaimed appellate team. Openings are available in New York City, Houston, Austin, Dallas, and all California offices. The firm welcomes attorneys at any experience level who can think, write, and argue, and offers opportunities to develop a litigation career while working with attorneys in a supportive culture.

Attorneys can benefit from dedicated training and development, mentoring, and an inclusive environment built on respect. The firm offers opportunities to take on leadership positions and pursue partnership, including equity partnership. Promotion is based on strong work and cultural fit rather than business development. Kahana Feld was recognized as a 2026 Top Workplace and awarded the Gold DEI Leadership Seal from the State Bar of California.

Requirements

• Civil litigation background or experience is strongly preferred.
• Ability and willingness to monitor trials.
• Excellent references and a record of job stability.
• Membership in the appropriate state bar in good standing. New Jersey- and Connecticut-barred attorneys will also be considered for the New York City office.

Nice To Haves

• Civil litigation background or experience.

Responsibilities

• Think, write, and argue as part of the appellate team.
• Monitor trials as needed.

Benefits

• Excellent benefits, including Paid Parental Leave.
• Flexible PTO.
• Dedicated training and development and mentoring.
• Leadership positions are open to attorneys in every office.
• Realistic partnership and equity partnership track; all attorneys are eligible for equity and non-equity partnership.
• Competitive base compensation from $115,000 to $200,000, plus discretionary and hours-based bonuses.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed