Litigation Associate Attorney (Lower Hours)

Heritage Legal Search is partnering with a respected litigation boutique to find a talented Litigation Associate Attorney (Lower Hours) for a full-time position based in Santa Clara, Santa Clara County. If you want sophisticated, high-stakes litigation work paired with a more sustainable workload, this opportunity deserves your attention.

About the Role

As a Litigation Associate Attorney in Santa Clara, you will join a well-regarded boutique firm handling a broad civil litigation docket. The practice spans class action defense, complex commercial disputes, and intellectual property litigation, giving you exposure to demanding legal questions in both federal and California state courts. This role is designed to deliver meaningful, substantive work without the punishing billable expectations often associated with high-end litigation.

Key Responsibilities

• Support a varied civil litigation caseload covering class action defense, commercial, and IP matters.
• Contribute to high-stakes cases that turn on intricate and novel legal issues.
• Conduct legal research, draft pleadings and motions, and assist in developing case strategy.
• Represent client interests across federal and California state court proceedings.
• Collaborate closely with partners and colleagues throughout the litigation lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Active license to practice law in California (or eligibility to be admitted).
• Experience in civil litigation, ideally including class action, commercial, or intellectual property matters.
• Strong analytical, research, and legal writing abilities.
• Comfort managing complex, high-stakes issues in federal and state court environments.
• A collaborative mindset and the ability to thrive in a boutique setting.

About Heritage Legal Search

Heritage Legal Search connects accomplished attorneys with leading firms across the Bay Area and beyond. We work directly with this litigation boutique to identify candidates seeking challenging legal work alongside a more balanced approach to hours.

How to Apply

Ready to take the next step in your litigation career in Santa Clara? View the full listing and apply via Adzuna to be considered for this Litigation Associate Attorney opportunity with Heritage Legal Search.