Associate Attorney - Litigation

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F3 Law provides essential legal support to California's public schools and community colleges, helping them navigate complex legal issues to fulfill their mission of serving students and communities. We are seeking a dedicated, experienced Litigation Attorney in our Oakland office to assist K‑12 schools and community colleges in overcoming a wide range of legal challenges.

• Experience:
  
  6‑10+ years of litigation experience, ideally encompassing the full spectrum of civil litigation, from initiation to resolution, including drafting and arguing motions (e.g., summary judgment) and taking/defending depositions.
• Skills:
  
  Excellent research, writing, and analytical abilities with a detail‑oriented and deadline‑driven approach.
• Independence:
  Demonstrated ability to manage a full caseload independently, handling cases from start to finish.
• Team
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative approach.
• Preferred Experience:
  
  Insurance defense and public entity defense experience are beneficial, as is federal court and trial experience (though not required).
• California Bar Admission:
  Required.

Base salary ranges between $160,000 and $195,000, commensurate with experience and practice years.

• Benefits: F3 Law offers a supportive and intellectually engaging work environment, reasonable billable hours, annual billable hour bonuses, comprehensive health insurance benefits, and a 401(k) plan with profit‑sharing contributions.

F3 Law is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to reflecting the diversity of California’s six million+ students. We foster an inclusive workplace that respects and celebrates diversity in race, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, religion, physical and mental ability, and language.

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Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Legal

Industries:
Legal Services

At F3 Law, join us in making a meaningful impact on California’s educational institutions and the communities they serve. Apply today!