If you’re a civil litigator who wants genuine ownership of your matters rather than sitting behind a partner, this opportunity offers the chance to handle business and real estate disputes from intake through resolution at a well-regarded litigation boutique, with real courtroom time and a clear path to first- or second-chair trial experience. What’s in it for you? You’ll manage an appropriately sized docket with increasing independence, drafting and arguing motions, running discovery, and taking and defending depositions, with direct client contact from the start. The role is hybrid, with two remote days and flexibility, and offers a base salary of $160,000–$250,000+ DOE, a sustainable 1,600 annual billable-hour target, and $1,500/month toward medical, dental, and vision, working directly with firm partners in a small, collegial team. What You’ll Bring • 3-8+ years of civil litigation experience, ideally in business and/or real estate disputes • Hands-on experience with discovery, law and motion practice, legal writing, and depositions • Prior experience at a respected litigation boutique, regional firm, or major law firm strongly preferred • Trial experience preferred; first- or second-chair experience a strong plus • J.D. from an accredited law school and active California Bar membership in good standing • Collaborative, low-ego, self-motivated, and looking for a long-term career home The Role • Manage cases from intake through pleadings, discovery, motion practice, settlement, and trial • Draft and argue dispositive motions, oppositions, and other substantive pleadings in state and federal courts • Conduct and manage all phases of discovery, including taking and defending depositions • Prepare clients and witnesses for depositions, mediations, and trial, and attend hearings and case management conferences • Work directly with clients, providing practical, business-oriented advice • Partner with firm leadership on litigation strategy and case management • The position is hybrid, based in San Ramon, CA, with two remote days and flexibility. The annual billable-hours target is 1,600 hours. Benefits • Medical (Aetna), dental (Healthnet), and vision (Healthnet/EyeMed) coverage, with the firm covering $1,500/month toward premiums • Short- and long-term disability coverage, eligible 30 days from start (STD: 60% of salary up to $1,500/week; LTD: 60% up to $5,000/month) • 401(k) with a 4% match and discretionary profit sharing after one year • 10 federal holidays, 15 PTO days (including sick and vacation time), parental leave, and a $100/month cell phone reimbursement Salary Range: $160,000–$250,000 Reference: 149125 #IND1