Law/Legal Associate, Lawyer
Listed on 2026-10-17
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Law/Legal
Lawyer, Legal Counsel, Litigation, Commercial & Corporate Law
Build your big career with the firm that does Big Law, Better. M c Dermott Will & Schulte is a leading global law firm that brings together more than 1,700+ lawyers and 1,450 business professionals. We celebrate excellence, collaboration, and community and have been recognized as a top workplace by USA Today, Fortune, The American Lawyer, Vault and others. We are also certified by Great Place to Work.
Here, we don’t just invest in your future, we accelerate your career – wherever it may lead. That includes supporting you both in and outside of the office.
With us, you’ll find:- A firm where everyone belongs: Our award-winning culture prioritizes warmth and authenticity — we encourage you to be yourself!
- Enthusiasm for all perspectives: We’re smarter and stronger when everyone has a voice and a seat at the table. We welcome unique viewpoints and ideas, and we make opportunities for you and your career to thrive.
- Support to feel your best and do your best: Wellness is integral to building a successful career and a rich life. That’s why our M c Dermott Well program supports your physical, emotional, mental, and financial health, with an emphasis on work-life balance.
- Real rewards for real work: We offer generous compensation packages that recognize hard work and excellence.
M c Dermott is seeking an Associate with 4-7 years of experience to join our Employment Practice Group in our San Francisco office.
Job Requirements:- 4 to 7 years of experience in employment counseling and/or litigation.
- Experience with restrictive covenant and trade secret matters and wage and hour or class action litigation is preferred, but not required.
- Excellent writing, analytical and advocacy skills, along with a strong academic background.
- Must be admitted to practice in California.
Expected Pay Range for Associates: 2026/2025 Class Compensation Years: $235,000
2024 Class Compensation Years: $245,000
2023 Class Compensation Years: $270,000
2022 Class Compensation Years: $320,000
2021 Class Compensation Years: $385,000
2020 Class Compensation Years: $410,000
2019 Class Compensation Years: $440,000
2018 and more senior class compensation years: $455,000
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
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