Litigation Associate

Hoge Fenton, a distinguished multi-service law firm, headquartered in downtown San Jose, is seeking a Litigation Associate with experience in Business Litigation
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• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school
• Active membership in the State Bar of California
• Strong working knowledge of the California Code Of Civil Procedure and Evidence Code
• Private law practice experience, with some experience taking responsibility for client matters (with supervision)
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Desire to invest in building a future with a mid-sized law firm

• Conduct thorough legal research and analysis to support case strategies and prepare legal documents
• Draft pleadings, discovery requests, and other legal documents with precision and attention to detail
• Prepare for and engage in settlement negotiations, hearings, and trials to achieve favorable outcomes for clients

This position can be based in our Silicon Valley (downtown San Jose) or Tri-Valley (Pleasanton) office. Travel between locations may be necessary.

The annual base salary for this position ranges from $145,00 to $240,000. This range reflects the firm’s good faith estimate of potential compensation, which may vary based on experience, qualifications, and skill set.

We offer our associates a full array of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance, Employee Assistance Program, 401(k), a student loan repayment benefit, paid parental leave, teleworking opportunities, and a no-accrual vacation policy.

We provide both formal and informal training opportunities and encourage professional growth, both as a lawyer and a businessperson. Our Associate positions carry a 1,700 hour annual billable target.

Hoge Fenton has a strong commitment to diversity. We strive to recruit and retain a workforce that welcomes and supports the interests of women, families, and individuals of all ages, races, creeds, religions, colors, national origins, ethnicities, sexual orientations, gender identities/gender expressions, disabilities, or military and veteran statuses. Our environment is collegial, collaborative, flexible, and supportive.