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SF or Silicon Valley Litigation Shops
Hello folks,
I'm 10 years out of lawschool and currently an AUSA in a medium selective district (not CHI/NYC/SF/LA but still a major city and fairly competitive). I'd like to move to San Francisco or Silicon Valley into a litigation shop. Where should I look?
I don't have elite credentials and didn't clerk so the Kekers and Mungers are probably out (I think?) but my resume is not terrible: T20 law school, top third. 3 years at v50 firm in DC, 4 years at a big state AG, 3 years as a criminal AUSA (1 year in the equivalent of general crimes, 2 years in white collar).
I realize that 10 years out with no book of business is tough so I'd love recommendations of places that might be amenable to hiring of-counsel/senior associates.
I'd also appreciate general advice on how to research firms/openings in this market and how to apply. Look on LinkedIn? Find a recruiter?
I'm 10 years out of lawschool and currently an AUSA in a medium selective district (not CHI/NYC/SF/LA but still a major city and fairly competitive). I'd like to move to San Francisco or Silicon Valley into a litigation shop. Where should I look?
I don't have elite credentials and didn't clerk so the Kekers and Mungers are probably out (I think?) but my resume is not terrible: T20 law school, top third. 3 years at v50 firm in DC, 4 years at a big state AG, 3 years as a criminal AUSA (1 year in the equivalent of general crimes, 2 years in white collar).
I realize that 10 years out with no book of business is tough so I'd love recommendations of places that might be amenable to hiring of-counsel/senior associates.
I'd also appreciate general advice on how to research firms/openings in this market and how to apply. Look on LinkedIn? Find a recruiter?
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Re: SF or Silicon Valley Litigation Shops
My firm probably would be interested in a resume like that, feel free to DM.
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Re: SF or Silicon Valley Litigation Shops
Recruiter couldn't hurt, though they'll often be tied to specific firms, so you'll want to take their advice (e.g., "Vinson Elkins is the greatest firm in SF!!") with a grain of salt.
I'd just look for white collar practice groups on chambers etc in the area. Gibson has a great one. Quinn has one, but not huge. Orrick has a big one. Not sure about SV.
I'd just look for white collar practice groups on chambers etc in the area. Gibson has a great one. Quinn has one, but not huge. Orrick has a big one. Not sure about SV.
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Re: SF or Silicon Valley Litigation Shops
Thanks, I forgot about Gibson but I checked Quinn and Orrick's webpages already actually and didn't see any openings. Would you suggest just applying without an opening? At my seniority, that may be necessary but just wasn't sure what the protocol was/is.johndhi wrote: ↑Mon Dec 18, 2023 5:58 pmRecruiter couldn't hurt, though they'll often be tied to specific firms, so you'll want to take their advice (e.g., "Vinson Elkins is the greatest firm in SF!!") with a grain of salt.
I'd just look for white collar practice groups on chambers etc in the area. Gibson has a great one. Quinn has one, but not huge. Orrick has a big one. Not sure about SV.
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Re: SF or Silicon Valley Litigation Shops
Any other ideas? From surfing this site, I understand that SF has a lot of good litigation boutiques. I've discovered Lewis Llewelyn and a mid-sized firm, Coblentz. Any others?
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Re: SF or Silicon Valley Litigation Shops
Yes, apply regardless of openings. These are law firms - not known for their ability to timely update their needs/postings. Just send emails to hiring partners and/or recruiters and have a good pitch. Do it to all of the firms.Anonymous User wrote: ↑Mon Dec 18, 2023 6:46 pmThanks, I forgot about Gibson but I checked Quinn and Orrick's webpages already actually and didn't see any openings. Would you suggest just applying without an opening? At my seniority, that may be necessary but just wasn't sure what the protocol was/is.johndhi wrote: ↑Mon Dec 18, 2023 5:58 pmRecruiter couldn't hurt, though they'll often be tied to specific firms, so you'll want to take their advice (e.g., "Vinson Elkins is the greatest firm in SF!!") with a grain of salt.
I'd just look for white collar practice groups on chambers etc in the area. Gibson has a great one. Quinn has one, but not huge. Orrick has a big one. Not sure about SV.
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Re: SF or Silicon Valley Litigation Shops
Go on Chambers.
https://chambers.com/legal-rankings/lit ... 95:12059:1
Latham, Covington, Munger, O'Melveny, Skadden, Jones Day, all have SF or SV offices. Farella is another one. I'm sure you can find others if you search.
https://chambers.com/legal-rankings/lit ... 95:12059:1
Latham, Covington, Munger, O'Melveny, Skadden, Jones Day, all have SF or SV offices. Farella is another one. I'm sure you can find others if you search.
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Re: SF or Silicon Valley Litigation Shops
I would also look at Shartsis Friese. Shartsis, along with the aforementioned Coblentz and Farella are big in SF and have a long history there.
Horvitz & Levy is also top notch for appellate work.
Horvitz & Levy is also top notch for appellate work.