Civil Litigation Associate Attorney- Remote Bay Area

Scion Legal is pleased to present an exceptional opportunity for two Civil Litigation Associate Attorneys to join a respected, growth-oriented law firm as it continues to build its California presence. With more than 25 years of success, a multi-office platform, and a litigation team recognized in construction, commercial, and insurance-related disciplines, the firm offers associates the chance to handle substantive, sophisticated work while remaining primarily remote.

Attorneys will gain real responsibility across a diverse civil docket—including personal injury, premises liability, construction, business litigation, professional negligence, transportation, products liability, and real estate-related matters—and will work closely with experienced litigators on strategy, discovery, depositions, motion practice, and client service.

• A remote role with no regular weekly in-office requirement
• Occasional in-person attendance for hearings, mediations, depositions, client meetings, inspections, training, office meetings, or other litigation and business needs
• Meaningful involvement in sophisticated civil litigation matters from early investigation through resolution
• A varied docket that includes personal injury, premises liability, construction, commercial disputes, professional negligence, transportation, products liability, and real estate-related litigation
• The opportunity to work alongside experienced litigators within an established and growing California platform
• A collaborative environment that values sound judgment, responsive client service, practical strategy, and professional growth
• Anticipated annual compensation package of $145,000–$180,000
  , based on qualifications
• Comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and pet insurance; a 401(k) with discretionary profit-sharing; employer-paid short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance; an Employee Assistance Program; paid time off; and holidays

• Managing and supporting a broad civil litigation caseload involving personal injury, premises liability, construction, business and commercial disputes, professional negligence, transportation, products liability, and real estate-related matters
• Handling matters from early investigation through resolution, with meaningful involvement in litigation strategy and client communication
• Drafting pleadings, correspondence, written discovery, motions, briefs, and other litigation documents
• Propounding and responding to written discovery, coordinating document production, and managing related deadlines
• Taking and defending depositions and assisting with witness preparation
• Conducting legal research and developing persuasive written analysis
• Participating in hearings, mediations, case conferences, inspections, and other proceedings as needed
• Collaborating with clients, claims professionals, opposing counsel, experts, and internal legal teams
• Evaluating liability and damages issues and contributing to thoughtful, efficient case strategy
• Maintaining an organized, responsive, and client-service-oriented approach while working in a primarily remote environment

• An active California Bar license and in good standing
• At least 3 years of civil litigation experience
• Insurance-defense experience, strongly preferred
• Experience in one or more relevant practice areas, including personal injury, premises liability, construction, business or commercial litigation, professional negligence, transportation, products liability, or real estate-related litigation
• Demonstrated experience with discovery, depositions, motion practice, and litigation case management
• Strong legal research, writing, analytical,…