What are the responsibilities and job description for the Litigation Associate Attorney (Business & Real Estate Litigation) position at Orion Placement?
Pay: $160,000.00 - $250,000.00 per year
Why This Is a Great Opportunity
- Work on sophisticated business and real estate litigation matters with meaningful courtroom exposure.
- Join a collaborative, highly respected litigation team that values mentorship and professional growth.
- Handle substantive case responsibilities instead of being limited to document review or support work.
- Enjoy flexible hybrid scheduling with modern remote-access technology.
- Competitive benefits including 401(k) with employer match, discretionary profit sharing, medical coverage, and generous PTO.
- Grow your litigation career without the excessive billable pressure often found at many larger firms.
Location: Hybrid opportunity based in San Ramon, California with flexible in-office scheduling. Our team values collaboration while offering excellent remote-access technology and flexibility around office hours.
Note: Applicants must be licensed to practice law in California and have at least 3 years of litigation experience. Experience in business or real estate litigation is preferred but not required.
About Us
We are a well-established California law firm representing clients in sophisticated business and real estate matters. Our team is known for delivering practical, strategic legal solutions while fostering a collaborative environment where attorneys gain meaningful responsibility, mentorship, and long-term career growth. Confidential Employer.
Job Description
- Manage business and real estate litigation matters from inception through trial.
- Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, and other litigation documents.
- Conduct legal research and prepare persuasive written advocacy.
- Take and defend depositions.
- Develop litigation strategy and work directly with clients.
- Appear in court for hearings and other proceedings.
- Collaborate closely with experienced attorneys on complex litigation matters.
- Manage an independent caseload while contributing to a highly collaborative team.
Qualifications
- Active California Bar license.
- 3 years of litigation experience.
- Strong legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills.
- Experience managing litigation matters from discovery through resolution.
- Deposition experience preferred.
- Business litigation and/or real estate litigation experience preferred.
- Prior experience at a litigation-focused or trial-intensive firm is a plus.
Why You Will Love Working Here
Our attorneys enjoy meaningful courtroom experience, sophisticated legal work, and a supportive team culture that encourages professional development. We believe talented attorneys thrive when given autonomy, mentorship, and flexibility while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. You'll work alongside experienced litigators on high-quality matters without the burnout culture common at many larger firms.
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Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Salary : $160,000 - $250,000