Litigation Associate – Oakland

Public Agency Litigation Associate – Bay Area

May 21, 2025

Burke, Williams & Sorensen is seeking an associate attorney with 3 – 5 years of litigation experience to join us in the Bay Area. This position will focus on public agency, class action, complex tort litigation, writs and appeals and land use disputes. Previous experience with public agency clients is preferred but not required. The ideal candidates will have had experience taking and defending depositions, law and motion practice, propounding and responding to written discovery, managing large document review projects, and working with experts.

Compensation for associates at Burke ranges from $140,000 – $220,000 plus annual performance-based bonuses. The actual salary within that range will depend on the selected candidates’ years of practice and experience.

The firm offers a hybrid work arrangement option and an annual telecommute budget to support remote work. The firm’s billable hour requirement is 1850. Attorneys receive competitive health insurance benefits, a 401(k) with a partial match, and are eligible for annual discretionary and billable hour bonuses.

Burke is committed to a culture of inclusion. New associates are assigned to an “Associate Buddy” to assist with their transition to Burke. Our robust DEI Committee runs a Mentor Circles program that helps attorneys navigate through the firm and provides connection and enrichment opportunities, an Education Program that hosts periodic trainings, and a Civic Engagement Program that connects Burke attorneys with civic groups in the communities where we practice law.

Burke’s pro bono program affords attorneys opportunities to contribute in ways which are most meaningful to them both personally and professionally by giving associates billable credit for up to 40 hours of pro bono work.

Burke also supports attorneys’ business development goals by providing each associate with a yearly budget for attendance at continuing legal education and conferences.

Burke values integrity, inclusion, diversity, professional growth, and personal fulfillment for everyone working at our firm.

EOE.