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Commercial Litigation Associate - San Francisco

Foley & Lardner LLP
San Francisco, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/5/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/3/2026
Foley & Lardner is seeking a 3rd-4th year associate (Class of 2022-2023) to join the Commercial Litigation Practice Group in our San Francisco office. Qualified candidate must be a persuasive legal writer and oral advocate and will have experience with complex business litigation matters in state and federal courts, including conducting and managing written and document discovery, researching and drafting pleadings, motions and other court filings, conducting/defending depositions, preparing witnesses for testimony, appearing for status conferences, and arguing motions in both state and federal court. Participation in settlement conferences and negotiations and experience with trial preparation is preferred. The ideal candidate will have a positive attitude, strong interpersonal skills, an exceptional work ethic, and must be comfortable having direct interaction with partners and clients.

We are seeking a well-rounded, dynamic, highly motivated lawyer, who has demonstrated an ability to thrive in a sophisticated practice in a busy, collaborative environment, to assist with advancing the long-term strategic objectives of our Litigation Department. We value collegiality, creativity, and intellectual curiosity among our lawyers and seek to make the practice both professionally and personally rewarding. Top academics required.

To be considered, candidates must hold a JD from an ABA-approved law school and must be in good standing and an active member of the California Bar. Timely admission to the California Bar will be a condition of employment.

Interested applicants should submit their resume, law school transcript, and writing sample. Current judicial clerks need to apply directly and may not be submitted by a legal recruiter.

In support of transparency and equity in the workplace, Foley provides salary ranges for all positions. The expected salary range for this position is $260,000-$290,000. Actual pay will be determined based on education, experience, internal pay equity at Foley, and other job-related factors permitted by law.

Foley offers a comprehensive benefit program which currently includes Medical, Dental and Vision insurance; 401(k) Retirement; Disability and Life insurance; Adoption Assistance; Backup Care for Dependents.

Foley & Lardner LLP is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer/Vet/Disabled.
Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer/M/F/Vet/Disabled.

 

Salary : $260,000 - $290,000

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