Litigation Attorney (Warranty)

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a mid to senior-level Trial Attorney to join its warranty litigation practice in San Francisco, CA. The attorney will focus on defending automobile manufacturers, distributors, and dealers in warranty actions. Candidates must be licensed and in good standing with the California bar and local to one of the firm's California offices.

Duties

• Defend clients in warranty litigation cases.
• Conduct trials and arbitrations, including opening statements and closing arguments.
• Engage in motion practice, depositions, and mediations.
• Perform legal research and draft legal documents.
• Negotiate settlements and agreements.

Requirements

• 5+ years of litigation practice experience.
• Extensive trial and arbitration experience.
• Exceptional advocacy, research, writing, and negotiation skills.
• Strong academic credentials.
• Detail-oriented and highly organized.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• Licensed to practice law in California.

Skills

• Strong advocacy and negotiation skills.
• Excellent research and writing abilities.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

Benefits

• Health insurance with optional HSA/FSA.
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• Dental and vision care.
• Life insurance.
• 401K plan.
• Vacation and sick time.
• Parking/public transportation allowance.
• Employee assistance program.

An entrepreneurial firm with a great culture serving clients in all areas of business and government legal services, this firm delivers a client-centered culture. Ranked as a Top 100 client service law firm in the United States, as well as employing 64 Best Lawyers in America, this multi-disciplinary, international law firm draws on their attorneys' comprehensive industry and policy knowledge, as well as the global network of industry advisor and subject-matter exerts, to provide innovative legal solutions and client-service excellence worldwide.