Associate | Water Law

We are seeking a litigation associate with 7-10 years of water law and/or environmental law experience to join our Water Group in San Francisco or Los Angeles. Qualified candidates will have substantial experience drafting pleadings, briefs and motions in state and federal court, and discovery experience including taking/defending depositions and arguing motions. The successful candidate will have a demonstrated ability to manage multiple, time-sensitive projects efficiently and collaboratively, take ownership over significant projects, and work well as a part of a team. We offer a collegial, hybrid work environment and excellent advancement opportunities for associates. All qualified candidates must be admitted to the State Bar of California. The salary range for the position of 7-10 Year Associate at Nossaman is $240,000 to $305,000 annually. The successful candidate’s salary for this position is reasonably expected to be set within this range; however, actual compensation will depend on a variety of factors, including, without limitation, the candidate’s qualifications and experience. Associates are also eligible for various annual bonuses including a bonus of 15% of base compensation should they meet Nossaman’s 1,850 annual billable hours expectation. Annual Billable Hours Expectation: 1,850 (which includes up to 100 hours of approved pro-bono work) Interested candidates are invited to apply online by submitting a resume and law school transcript. Nossaman is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, genetic information, protected veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability status or any other category protected by local, state or federal law. This policy applies to all aspects of Nossaman’s employment lifecycle including recruitment, placement, promotion, transfer, compensation, benefits and social and recreational activities. Nossaman is a Fair Chance employer and will consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records for employment. Applicants will not be asked to provide information about any criminal history until a conditional offer of employment is extended. Employees at Nossaman have access to highly sensitive, confidential and valuable information of clients and others, and certain criminal history may pose a significant risk to the Firm’s business operations and reputation. Apply tot his job