Litigation Associate (San Francisco)
About The Position
Jenner & Block LLP is seeking a mid-level or senior associate with 3-6 years of experience to join the litigation practice in its San Francisco office. The successful candidate will work on a wide variety of fast-moving and complex matters. This role involves comprehensive case management, including preparing for and attending depositions, drafting pleadings and motion briefings, supervising others' work, planning team meetings, managing case budgets and staffing, meeting with opposing counsel, working with experts, drafting discovery requests and responses, attending court hearings, conducting oral arguments, performing legal research, and overseeing document review. A strong commitment to pro bono representation is also expected.
Requirements
- Juris Doctor (JD) degree
- 3-6 years of experience as an attorney in litigation
- Demonstrated experience in all aspects of discovery
- Demonstrated experience drafting pleadings such as complaints and answers
- Demonstrated experience drafting and arguing substantive motions in both federal and state courts
- Demonstrated case management experience
- Detail-oriented, independent self-starter with excellent written and oral communication skills
- Strong academic credentials
- Strong commitment to pro bono representation
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative team environment
- Membership in the California bar
Responsibilities
- Preparing for and attending depositions
- Drafting pleadings and motion briefings
- Handling case management responsibilities (assign and supervise others' work; plan for and host team meetings/trainings; work on case budget and staffing)
- Meeting and conferring with opposing counsel
- Working with experts on expert reports
- Drafting discovery requests and responses
- Attending court hearing and conducting oral arguments
- Conducting legal research
- Performing document review
- Maintaining an active pro bono practice
- Designing document review plan and managing document review and training
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
