General Liability Associate

Job Overview A law firm seeks a General Liability Associate in San Francisco, California. This role offers a flexible, hybrid or remote working arrangement, providing an excellent opportunity for lawyers with litigation experience to advance their careers and take on substantive defense litigation responsibilities. 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 JD from an ABA accredited law school. Admitted to practice in the state of California. 2+ years of defense litigation experience. Experience with catastrophic injury, product liability, construction defect, habitability, transportation, or other general liability matters. 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. 2nd chair 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. Access to corporate discount programs. #J-18808-Ljbffr