Senior Commercial Litigation Associate

WiseLex BPO • San Francisco, CA

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

The firm is seeking a senior litigation associate for its San Francisco, California; Newport Beach, California; or West Palm Beach, Florida office. The practice combines sophisticated commercial litigation, regulatory enforcement, and public law matters for a diverse nationwide client base. The role offers direct client engagement, responsibility for high-impact matters, and close collaboration with experienced partners. The associate will support matters and, as appropriate, take lead responsibility in commercial and corporate litigation, partnership, shareholder, and governance disputes, regulatory investigations and enforcement actions, administrative proceedings and writ petitions, appellate matters, and pre-litigation strategic counseling.

Requirements

• At least 6 years of litigation experience in state and/or federal court.
• Strong research, writing, judgment, and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple workstreams effectively.
• Active membership in the California Bar, or ability to obtain admission promptly.

Nice To Haves

• Training at a leading law firm, litigation boutique, or government practice.
• Judicial clerkship or government experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage cases and discrete litigation components with increasing independence.
• Draft pleadings, dispositive motions, and substantive briefs.
• Conduct and oversee written discovery and motion practice.
• Participate in depositions, hearings, mediations, and client strategy sessions.
• Work closely with partners on litigation strategy and case development.
• Develop legal analysis across evolving statutory and regulatory frameworks.
• Communicate directly with clients, opposing counsel, and regulators.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation commensurate with experience.
• Hybrid flexibility consistent with client and practice needs.
• Sophisticated litigation across commercial, regulatory, and public law domains.
• Direct client engagement and strategic involvement.
• Close collaboration with experienced partners.
• A collegial and intellectually rigorous environment.

What This Job Offers

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