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Litigation

About the job

Pay: $150,000.00 - $200,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

Take ownership of meaningful rideshare and UM/UIM defense matters while working directly with experienced litigation partners

Handle substantive litigation work including depositions, motions, mediations, arbitrations, and court appearances

Join a collaborative, supportive team that values high-quality legal work and a healthy work-life balance

Benefit from formal mentoring, professional development, and opportunities to grow into leadership

Build toward long-term advancement with a potential partnership track

Receive comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability coverage, and a 401(k) with employer matching

Earn additional compensation through generous billing and performance-based bonus programs

Enjoy the flexibility of a hybrid work environment

Location

San Francisco, California. This is a hybrid position that combines valuable in-office collaboration with the flexibility to work remotely.

Note:

Candidates must have an active California Bar license, 4+ years of civil litigation experience, and 2+ years of rideshare and UM/UIM defense experience. These are firm requirements.

About Us

We are an established civil litigation defense firm known for delivering high-quality legal work while creating a supportive, team-oriented environment for our attorneys. We invest in mentoring, professional development, flexibility, and long-term career growth so our attorneys can thrive both professionally and personally. Confidential Employer.

Job Description

Manage rideshare and uninsured/underinsured motorist defense matters from discovery through resolution

Serve as the primary handling attorney on assigned cases based on experience

Draft and argue substantive motions

Take and defend depositions

Handle written discovery and case strategy

Make court appearances and represent clients throughout litigation

Prepare for and participate in mediations and arbitrations

Communicate directly with clients and provide clear case evaluations and updates

Handle pre-trial preparation and support trial strategy

Participate in trials when appropriate

Work directly with partners while developing greater case ownership and leadership responsibility

Qualifications

Active California Bar license

4+ years of civil litigation experience

2+ years of rideshare and UM/UIM defense experience

Strong litigation, legal research, writing, and case-management skills

Experience with motions, discovery, and depositions

Ability to independently manage files and deadlines

Strong client communication and professional judgment

Ability to work effectively in a hybrid San Francisco environment

Why You Will Love Working Here

Supportive, collaborative attorneys who value teamwork and quality

Meaningful case ownership with direct partner access

Flexible hybrid work environment

Formal mentoring and professional development

Opportunities for leadership and long-term advancement

Partnership-track potential

Comprehensive health and insurance benefits

401(k) with employer matching

Generous billing and performance-based bonus opportunities

A culture designed to support both career growth and work-life balance

JPC-2358

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Parental leave

Vision insurance