A leading international law firm is seeking a Dispute Resolution Associate (4–6 years PQE) to join its San Francisco office. The firm's disputes group is known for handling complex, cross-border litigation and arbitration for high-net-worth individuals, families, corporate entities and governments.

The role covers all phases of litigation and arbitration, with a particular focus on complex commercial disputes. You will also represent individual clients in white collar criminal defense matters, including federal criminal investigations and regulatory enforcement actions at both state and federal level.

You will provide direct client counselling and strategic advice, particularly in reputation management, crisis response and litigation strategy, while managing discovery, taking and defending depositions and conducting internal investigations involving whistleblower claims, cybersecurity breaches and regulatory scrutiny.

As part of the team, you will contribute to its profile through business development activities and build long-term relationships with clients and referral sources.

Strong academic credentials (J.D. required)
4–6 years of litigation experience, ideally within a firm's litigation and/or white collar group
California Bar membership in good standing
Proven experience with depositions, court proceedings and sophisticated disputes
Exposure to white collar investigations at federal and state level
Excellent drafting, writing, research, negotiation and communication skills
Strong project management skills and ability to balance competing priorities
Team-oriented mindset and collaborative approach

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