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May 1, 2026

Commercial Litigation Associate - San Francisco/Oakland

LitigationCommercial
Dentons

Dentons

San Francisco

Commercial Litigation Associate - San Francisco/Oakland

Dentons
DentonsSan Francisco

Practice area

Litigation · Commercial

PQE

4-6 years

Location

San Francisco, California

Employment type

Full-time

Overview

  • Seeking a Mid-level Associate for the Litigation and Dispute Resolution practice.
  • Requires 4-6 years of experience in complex litigation.
  • Responsibilities include managing all aspects of commercial litigation, from inception through trial and appeal.
  • Core duties involve conducting legal research, drafting complex documents (briefs, pleadings, motions), and handling all forms of discovery (documents, written, depositions).
  • Engage directly with clients, witnesses, experts, and opposing counsel.
  • Required skills include strong analytical, writing, and oral advocacy abilities, proven case management experience, excellent client and adversary interaction skills, and strong academic credentials.
  • Preferred qualifications include deposition and court experience, prior law firm experience, and an interest in first-party insurance bad faith or financial services/securities litigation.
  • Must be licensed and in good standing with the State Bar of California.
  • The salary range for this California position is $280,000 to $345,000, based on experience and location.
  • Benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, 401(k), short-term/long-term disability, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, paid holidays, and discretionary bonuses.

Last updated: June 15, 2026

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Trusted recruiters

Work with a recruiter who has a real relationship with the hiring team and comes recommended by your peers.

  • Andrea Hartwell
    Top recruiter for this opening

    Andrea Hartwell

    Legal Recruiter

    Swan Legal Search

    Why talk to Andrea Hartwell?

    Jess West joined Dentons's Oakland office in the Litigation group.

    Andrea is amazing at her job. As an attorney, I was contacted every day by recruiters. I am beyond thankful I went with Andrea! Throughout the process, Andrea was helpful, thoughtful and capable. When we first started working together, she would regularly send me emails with multiple opportunities and all the information I needed to make a decision on applying. During the interview process, Andrea held my hand and checked in with me every step of the way, easing my anxiety immensely. Andrea helped me find a great new role exceeding all of my expectations. I truly cannot recommend Andrea enough!

    Dentons

    Jess West

    Dentons • Oakland
  • Priya Gulati
    Top recruiter for this opening

    Priya Gulati

    Legal Recruiter

    Pacific Legal Search

    Why talk to Priya Gulati?

    Jemuel Gascon joined Dentons's Los Angeles office.

    Priya was amazing. She helped me when I was at a crossroads in my career. She was the most organized and thoughtful recruiters I’ve ever worked with. I would recommend her to anyone who is thinking about a move or even unsure about their current job. Priya won’t force you to do anything and she cares what’s best for you. All in all, you won’t be disappointed, I guarantee it.

    Dentons

    Jemuel Gascon

    Dentons • Los Angeles

Trusted recruiters

Work with a recruiter who has a real relationship with the hiring team and comes recommended by your peers.

  • Andrea Hartwell
    Top recruiter for this opening

    Andrea Hartwell

    Legal Recruiter

    Swan Legal Search

    Why talk to Andrea Hartwell?

    Jess West joined Dentons's Oakland office in the Litigation group.

    Andrea is amazing at her job. As an attorney, I was contacted every day by recruiters. I am beyond thankful I went with Andrea! Throughout the process, Andrea was helpful, thoughtful and capable. When we first started working together, she would regularly send me emails with multiple opportunities and all the information I needed to make a decision on applying. During the interview process, Andrea held my hand and checked in with me every step of the way, easing my anxiety immensely. Andrea helped me find a great new role exceeding all of my expectations. I truly cannot recommend Andrea enough!

    Dentons

    Jess West

    Dentons • Oakland
  • Priya Gulati
    Top recruiter for this opening

    Priya Gulati

    Legal Recruiter

    Pacific Legal Search

    Why talk to Priya Gulati?

    Jemuel Gascon joined Dentons's Los Angeles office.

    Priya was amazing. She helped me when I was at a crossroads in my career. She was the most organized and thoughtful recruiters I’ve ever worked with. I would recommend her to anyone who is thinking about a move or even unsure about their current job. Priya won’t force you to do anything and she cares what’s best for you. All in all, you won’t be disappointed, I guarantee it.

    Dentons

    Jemuel Gascon

    Dentons • Los Angeles