Professional Responsibility Associate Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Professional Responsibility Associate Attorney in San Francisco, CA. The ideal candidate will have over three years of experience in professional malpractice or related fields, such as professional liability or legal ethics. This role involves handling complex cases and collaborating with seasoned professionals.

Duties

• Represent clients in professional malpractice litigation, including claims against attorneys and law firms.
• Conduct thorough investigations and case evaluations.
• Draft and respond to pleadings, motions, and discovery requests.
• Negotiate settlements and alternative dispute resolutions.
• Manage all phases of litigation, including depositions, hearings, trials, and appeals.
• Provide legal advice on malpractice claims and risk management strategies.
• Collaborate with experts to analyze claims and build case strategies.
• Maintain knowledge of legal malpractice law and procedural requirements.
• Supervise and mentor junior attorneys and legal staff.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the California State Bar and in good standing.
• 3+ years of experience in professional malpractice litigation or related areas.
• Proven track record handling professional malpractice cases, including trial experience.
• Strong research, writing, and oral advocacy skills.
• Ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines effectively.
• High level of professionalism, ethics, and client service orientation.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively within a team.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Admission to the California State Bar and in good standing.

Skills

• Strong research, writing, and oral advocacy skills.
• Ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines effectively.
• High level of professionalism, ethics, and client service orientation.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively within a team.

Benefits

• Hybrid workplace model.

Established very recently, the small San Francisco office of this large national firm concentrates its practice on professional liability defense, loss prevention, legal ethics, insurance litigation and coverage, products liability, and commercial and business litigation. The attorneys in the San Francisco office enjoy national recognition as superb trial lawyers and the managing partner is a prominent attorney with a national practice in the professional liability area.