Associate Attorney in San Francisco

Job Description

Litigation Attorney – Hybrid/Remote (San Francisco or Santa Monica, CA)

A mission-driven, multi-office law firm is seeking a litigation attorney with 2–10 years of experience to join its team in San Francisco or Santa Monica. This role offers a hybrid or remote work arrangement, with occasional travel throughout Los Angeles County, Orange County, and surrounding areas. The ideal candidate will have experience in insurance defense, habitability, real estate litigation, and/or personal injury defense. A strong work ethic, collaborative mindset, and commitment to client service are essential. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a diverse, inclusive, and community-oriented environment with real opportunities for growth and long-term career development.

Responsibilities

• Handle all phases of litigation, including case evaluation, discovery, depositions, motion practice, and trial preparation
• Draft legal pleadings, correspondence, and memoranda
• Appear in court and argue motions
• Work directly with clients and partners to develop case strategy
• Collaborate with legal support staff to manage cases efficiently

Qualifications

• 2–10 years of litigation experience (insurance defense, habitability, real estate, or personal injury preferred)
• Active California Bar membership
• Strong research, writing, and oral advocacy skills
• Ability to handle a full caseload and meet billable expectations (1970 hours annually)
• Team-oriented mindset and professionalism

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary 
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• 401(k) (no match)
• Unlimited PTO for attorneys
• Hybrid or remote flexibility
• Collaborative, supportive culture with firm-wide events and community involvement

 To learn more about this or any other of our open positions, contact Carolina Ries at carolina.ries@gogpac.com or call/text 605-679-4241 - All communication is confidential. 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.