Litigation Associate – Commercial Litigation

At a glance

  • Location: San Francisco or Silicon Valley
  • Job type: Full Time
  • Job sector: Legal
  • Salary: $310k–$390k, depending on experience and qualifications, plus bonus and benefits
  • Published: September 9, 2026
Experience: 3–5 years’ PQE

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Litigation Associate to join a highly regarded US law firm in either its San Francisco or Silicon Valley office.
The successful candidate will work on a broad range of complex commercial disputes for sophisticated clients. Candidates with experience in copyright, trademark, trade secret or consumer class action matters will be particularly well suited to the role.
The firm is keen to meet associates with a genuine interest in the technology sector. Previous technology-focused experience is welcome but not essential, provided candidates can demonstrate a clear interest in working with businesses operating in this space.

The role
  • Work on complex commercial litigation matters from inception through resolution
  • Conduct legal research and draft motions, briefs and other court submissions
  • Support discovery, depositions, hearings and trial preparation
  • Work closely with partners, clients and colleagues across the wider litigation practice
  • Develop experience across intellectual property and consumer-related disputes
Candidate profile
  • Qualified to practise in California, or eligible to become qualified
  • 3–5 years’ post-qualification experience
  • Strong commercial litigation experience gained at a recognised law firm
  • Excellent drafting, analytical and communication skills
  • Experience in copyright, trademark, trade secret or consumer class action litigation would be advantageous
  • A genuine interest in the technology sector
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