Hoge Fenton, a venerable multi-service law firm headquartered in downtown San Jose, has an immediate opening for a mid-level (2-7 years) associate with real estate litigation experience. This position will focus on real estate disputes and litigation, but will also support the firm’s other litigation practices.

This position may be based either in Tri-Valley (Pleasanton), Peninsula (San Mateo), or Silicon Valley (downtown San Jose) office. Occasional travel to the other offices will be necessary as this position supports litigation attorneys in all our office locations.

Job Requirements

The successful candidate:

• possesses strong working knowledge of the California code of civil procedure, evidence code, and relevant areas of the civil code and business & professions code
• has experience with: pleading drafting; discovery drafting and responses; motion practice; client representation at hearings; taking and defending depositions; and participation in mediations and settlement negotiations
• has specific experience with real estate disputes and litigation; experience with business litigation is also a plus
• has private law practice experience, with some experience taking responsibility for client matters (with supervision) and disciplined time entry
• has experience independently identifying issues and anticipating/recommending necessary next steps in litigation or discovery
• possesses strong academic credentials
• has excellent written and oral communication skills
• has strong legal and factual/investigative research skills
• has an exquisite attention to detail and accuracy in one’s work
• has a commitment to excellence and a strong work ethic
• desires to learn and grow professionally; intellectual curiosity
• desires to invest in building a future with a mid-sized law firm

Must be a current member of the State Bar of California.

The annual base salary range for this position is $130,000 to $195,000. This salary range represents the firm’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. Actual compensation will depend upon a number of factors, including but not limited to, the candidate’s years of experience, qualifications, and skill set.

We offer our associates a full array of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance, EAP (employee assistance program), Technology Credit Union membership, 401(k), the Gradifi student loan repayment benefit, paid parental leave, teleworking opportunities, and a no-accrual vacation policy.

After an initial orientation and training period, requests for a hybrid schedule will be considered.

Our environment is collegial, collaborative, and supportive. We provide both formal and informal training opportunities and encourage professional growth, both as a lawyer and a businessperson.

Hoge Fenton has a strong commitment to diversity. We strive to recruit and retain a work force that welcomes and supports the interests of women, families, and people of any age, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/gender expression, disability, or military or veteran status.

If you think you belong on our team, please forward your resume and a writing sample to Heather Larrick, Executive Director (heather.larrick@hogefenton.com). Be sure to include a cover email or letter and your salary expectations.