Litigation Associate (General Liability and/or Toxic Tort)

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Litigation Associate with expertise in General Liability and/or Toxic Tort to join their team in San Francisco, CA. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 2 years of defense litigation experience and be admitted to practice in California.

Duties

• Handle local and national accounts throughout California.
• Independently manage a litigation caseload.
• Conduct depositions and prepare witnesses for deposition and trial.
• Review and analyze discovery requests.
• Prepare and respond to discovery responses and pleadings.
• Prepare court filings and service to counsel; experience with e-filing.
• Engage in trial preparation and support.
• Maintain accurate time records.

Requirements

• A minimum of 2 years of defense litigation experience.
• Experience in General Liability, Product Liability, Complex Litigation, Toxic Tort Liability, or Environmental Liability preferred.
• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school.
• Admitted to practice in the state of California.
• Experience with motion practice and depositions.
• Experience taking lead in plaintiff and expert depositions.
• Capable of independent work.
• Work in an organized and efficient manner.
• Superior research and writing skills.
• Ability to multi-task and analyze complex matters.

Education

• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Admitted to practice in the state of California.

Skills

• Superior research and writing skills.
• Ability to multi-task and analyze complex matters.

Benefits

• Hybrid work environment with potential for fully remote work.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and 401(k).

This national litigation firm specializes in a wide range of practice areas. With 14 offices throughout the United States, this firm has extensive experience and judgment to take cases successfully to trial. The firm strives to maintain a diverse workforce to bring new perspectives, creative thinking, and ideas. The firm and the attorneys are recognized annually by the most respected peer-review publications and rating organizations.