Professional Liability Associate Attorney

A law firm located in San Francisco, CA, is seeking a Professional Liability Associate Attorney with 3+ years of experience in commercial and/or civil litigation. The ideal candidate will have experience handling Professional Liability Litigation matters and possess superior academic credentials.

Job Overview:

The Professional Liability Associate Attorney will be responsible for independently managing a litigation caseload, handling court appearances and depositions, and communicating with clients to provide status reports. This role requires excellent written and oral communication skills, as well as the ability to work autonomously.

Duties:

• Handle Professional Liability Litigation matters
• Independently manage a litigation caseload, from inception through resolution
• Regularly handle court appearances and depositions
• Communicate with clients to provide status reports
• Conduct legal research and analysis
• Draft pleadings, motions, and other legal documents
• Collaborate with partners and other team members on case strategy and development
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior associates and support staff as needed

Requirements:

• 3+ years of experience in commercial and/or civil litigation
• JD from an ABA-accredited law school
• Law Review/Law Journal or Moot Court experience strongly preferred
• Admission to practice in California
• Superior academic credentials
• Excellent written and oral communication skills

Education:

Juris doctorate from an ABA-accredited law school

Certifications:

Admission to practice in California

Skills:

• Strong analytical and research skills
• Ability to work autonomously and manage multiple projects effectively
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Experience handling Professional Liability Litigation matters is preferred

This nationwide firm is known for practicing in a wide range of areas including Employment and Labor Law, Real Estate, Insurance, Financial Services, Class Action, Construction Law, Intellectual Property, Data Privacy, and many others. This firm has earned numerous recognitions for its professional achievements and excellence. For over three decades, the firm has grown to 13 offices throughout the United States and over 180 attorneys. The highly experienced and skilled attorneys come from diverse backgrounds and provide clients with the most innovative and cost-effective solutions. Committed to diversity, the firm recruits lawyers and legal professionals with diverse backgrounds and life experiences. The firm offers competitive compensation with a full benefits package and an opportunity for an annual bonus. Fostering a collaborative environment, the firm provides the opportunity to build the career, relationships, and reputation every employee desires.,In addition, the firm encourages all lawyers to take active leadership roles in various professional organizations.