Associate Attorney, Aviation Group

Overview

The organization seeks an Associate with 3–5 years of experience to join its Aviation practice group. The role supports the San Francisco office and can also be fully remote from anywhere in California.

Responsibilities

• Draft pleadings, discovery responses, and briefs
• Prepare correspondence to colleagues and clients
• Draft opinion letters and status reports for clients
• Conduct legal research using Westlaw/Lexis/Nexis
• Draft interrogatories and document demands
• Review document collections in preparation for litigation
• Attend depositions, hearings, oral arguments, and mediations as required
• Submit filings to the court

Requirements

• J.D. from an accredited law school
• Admitted to practice in the state of California
• Federal court admittance is a plus
• Litigation experience
• Aviation experience is an asset
• Excellent analytical and legal writing skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $160,000 - $200,000
• Performance bonuses, including the opportunity to earn up to $2,000 per month through a monthly bonus plan (in addition to annual performance-based bonuses)
• Flexible Paid Time Off (attorneys are trusted to use their professional judgment)
• Student debt repayment: non-taxable monthly payment of $250 applied toward a qualified higher education student loan (eligible attorneys)
• Referral rewards for introducing talented colleagues
• Mentorship & career growth support, including training and career development programs
• Inclusive parental leave: six months fully paid, for all parents regardless of gender or path to parenthood
• Comprehensive health benefits (medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family)
• Robust disability coverage, including comprehensive short-term and enhanced long-term disability plans
• Global mobility opportunities and regional/global associate training

Location

• San Francisco office with option for full remote work from anywhere in California