Defense Litigation Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a defense litigation attorney to join their team in the San Francisco Bay Area. This full-time hybrid role offers flexibility for some remote work. The ideal candidate will possess civil defense litigation experience and be ready to contribute to a dynamic legal team.

Duties

• Prepare and file legal motions.
• Represent clients in courtroom proceedings.
• Conduct trials and manage case strategies.
• Take and analyze depositions.

Requirements

• Legal expertise in law and courtroom procedures.
• Experience in drafting motions and conducting trials.
• Ability to conduct depositions effectively.
• Strong analytical, research, and writing skills.
• Excellent communication and negotiation abilities.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• Active bar membership in California.

Skills

• Litigation experience in general liability, toxic torts, and/or landlord-tenant preferred.

Benefits

• Medical insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• 401(k) plan.
• Pension plan.

Established in 1979, this litigation and trial firm specializes in product liability, business, casualty defense, construction, employment, insurance, transportation, and professional liability. The firm has the size and experience to take on the largest cases but is still small enough to be able to provide the personal service that clients expect.