Associate Attorney

3 days ago


Walnut Creek, United States Berding & Weil LLP Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

Job Title: Associate Attorney
Location: Walnut Creek, CA
Compensation: $135k+ (based on relevant experience) + Signing Bonus


About Us:

BERDING|WEIL is the largest and most experienced construction defect and common interest development law firm in California. We provide superior, client-focused legal services and solutions to community associations and property managers throughout California and beyond.

Our lawyers are highly experienced construction, community association, and transaction real estate attorneys. They have a thorough understanding of the challenging legal issues that arise and find the best solutions for our clients' legal needs.

We were honored to be recognized as one of The Top Workplaces by the San Francisco Chronicle, a testament to the collaborative culture we foster at BERDING|WEIL. Here, we firmly believe in the power of teamwork, it is not just a catchphrase but as a core principle guiding our approach to every task. This recognition serves as validation of our belief that success is best achieved through collective effort, emphasizing the importance of collaboration in every aspect of our endeavors.

The Opportunity:

We are seeking an Associate Attorney with 3–5 years of experience to join our corporate real estate practice in our Walnut Creek office. This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious attorney to grow their career in a dynamic and rapidly expanding firm.

As an Associate at BERDING|WEIL, you will work directly with clients, have a dedicated Partner who will mentor and support your professional development, and gain the tools you need to build a successful practice. We’re looking for a collaborative, adaptable, and driven attorney who thrives in a team environment and is eager to take on increasing responsibilities.

We value attorneys who are excellent communicators, possess a sharp analytical mind, and excel at organizing and prioritizing tasks. Experience in construction defects is a plus, but not required.

What We’re Looking For:

  • 3–5 years of relevant legal experience (construction defect experience is a plus)
  • Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills
  • Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal abilities
  • Detail-oriented with a high standard of quality in all tasks
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment while maintaining a calm and professional demeanor
  • A proactive, self-motivated attitude with a willingness to learn and grow
  • California Bar membership in good standing
  • Trial experience is a plus but not required
  • Experience with community association law is a bonus
  • Comfort with mediation, dispute resolution, and litigation, including depositions and discovery


Schedule:

Position is full-time, exempt. Our business hours are 8:30am-5:00pm Monday-Friday.

We currently offer a hybrid office/remote schedule.

What We Offer:

  • Competitive Salary
  • Signing Bonus
  • 401(k), profit sharing, cash balance
  • Health insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Short-term disability
  • Long-term disability
  • Legal/ID Shield
  • Pet insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Paid holidays


License/Certification:

  • California Bar License (Required)


Berding & Weil is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, and we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.


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