Civil litigation associate

San Francisco, California Legal Administrator Posted June 29, 2023
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Title: Civil Litigation Associate
Location: San Francisco Bay
Compensation: $100,000-$140,000 year
Compensation commensurate with experience and an estimate provided by JBC

We are seeking a  civil litigation attorney for a dynamic law firm with 2+ years of experience. We desire a candidate with an exceptional commitment to service who can carry out all litigation phases, from case management and motion practice to mediations and trials.

f you have civil litigation experience and persuasive oral and written communication skills, you are the litigation attorney we’re seeking. The team includes effective and seasoned legal professionals dedicated to providing consistent mentorship to aspiring associate attorneys. 
Responsibilities:

  • Represent clients with insurance coverage and civil litigation proceedings to argue court motions and in-house claims
  • Identify insurance client conflicts to determine case arguments that offer ideal options for resolution
  • Help oversee insurance firm paralegals, litigation associates, administrative staff, legal assistants, and others, as assigned
  • Develop and carry out promising legal defense strategies by performing legal research, auditing for coverage issues, and drafting legal documents
  • Weigh all available options for successful insurance case first-party action and advise clients accordingly
  • Prepare all necessary legal documents for policyholders and cases, including briefs, motions, pleadings, and correspondence
  • Provide mentorship to administrative staff in regards to insurance law, clients’ billing, invoicing, meetings, and projects

 

Qualifications

  • Graduation from law school with Juris Doctorate (J.D.) degree and experience representing clients for a minimum of two years
  • More than one year in the insurance industry as an insurance coverage attorney, insurance defense attorney, or similar role in an insurance law firm is necessary
  • Current, active membership California bar association is required
  • Experience using legal research programs such as Westlaw and Lexis required
  • Solid decision-making, interpersonal communication, and public speaking skills are non-negotiable
  • Effectively manage the demands of a heavy caseload without the need for supervision
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