LITIGATION ATTORNEY ASSOCIATE

Job Description

Job Description

ONLY ATTORNEYS SHOULD APPLY

Kazan, McClain, Satterley & Greenwood, a Professional Law Corporation, has represented thousands of people suffering from the effects of asbestos related illnesses, particularly mesothelioma, since 1974. We are nationally recognized pioneers in asbestos litigation and currently interviewing Legal Assistants to join our Oakland, California based team.

The Associate Attorney provides a broad range of case-related duties under the supervision of a Partner.

Job Duties and Responsibilities include, but are not limited to :

• Conducts litigation activities, advises clients as to legal rights and practices other phases of law.
• Gathers evidence in civil cases to formulate, initiate and prosecute legal action.
• Conducts research; interviews clients and witnesses; drafts legal documents; prepares expert witnesses; and handles, where necessary, all other details in preparation for trial or hearings.
• Prepares legal briefs, develops strategy, arguments, and testimony in preparation for presentation of case.
• Takes depositions and handles discovery.
• Represents clients in court.
• Interprets laws, rulings, and regulations.
• Participates as a member of the legal team, to ensure quality performance of the team.
• Employs interpersonal skills to build good working relationships with staff and other attorneys.
• May direct other attorneys and paralegals towards implementation of litigation strategies.
• May participate in trials as first or second chair.
• Other Duties as assigned by the supervising Partner.

Job Requirements :

Knowledge, Skills and Experience :

How to Apply :

Interested candidates should send a cover letter and resume to the attention of the Human Resources Manager at careers@kazanlaw.com. Priority Consideration for applications received by November 22, 2025.

Only interviewed candidates will be contacted directly. We reserve the right to modify this posting as needed.

Benefits :

Our firm employees enjoy a competitive and generous benefits package, which includes life, health, dental and vision insurance, a generous retirement savings plan, disability and long term care coverage, flexible spending accounts and parking / commuter benefits.

Equal Employment opportunities :

Kazan, McClain, Satterley & Greenwood provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Kazan, McClain, Satterley & Greenwood complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation .

Company Description

Firm website : https : / / www.kazanlaw.com

Company Description

Firm website : https : / / www.kazanlaw.com