Life Sciences Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Life Sciences Associate in San Francisco, California. This role offers a flexible, hybrid working arrangement or remote work opportunities. The position provides a chance to advance in life sciences and healthcare practices, including medical malpractice, senior living and long-term care litigation, and medical device product liability.

Duties

• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, legal memoranda, and other legal documents.
• Attend court hearings, depositions, and mediations.
• Collaborate effectively with colleagues across departments and offices.
• Independently manage a litigation caseload from beginning to end.
• Communicate with clients and provide status reports.

Requirements

• 2-8 years of defense litigation experience.
• Experience with medical malpractice, senior living, and long-term care litigation required.
• Experience drafting discovery and pretrial motions required.
• Experience cross-examining plaintiffs and other fact witnesses preferred.
• Experience handling court appearances, depositions, and trial experience a plus.

Education

• JD from an ABA accredited law school.

Certifications

• Admitted to practice in the state of California.

Skills

• Superior analytical skills.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.

Benefits

• 401(k) retirement savings plan.
• Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• Generous PTO and discretionary bonuses.
• Access to corporate discount programs and employee benefits.

The San Francisco office of this firm is frequently involved in trial work, appeals, and general litigation including concentrations in the following areas: insurance, professional liability, products liability, labor and employment, and construction law. The firm generally hires candidates with the ability to communicate well with the firms clients and attorneys; outstanding academic credentials, while helpful, are not required.