Litigation Defense Attorney

Attorney PositionThe San Francisco, CA office of Kaufman Dolowich, a full-service National Law firm with more than 250 attorneys across 16 offices and over 25 practice areas, is actively seeking an attorney to join our growing litigation team.The ideal candidate will have experience in Labor & Employment, Professional Liability, and/or Commercial Litigation and will thrive in a collaborative environment that offers meaningful responsibility, hands-on litigation experience, and long-term career growth opportunities.ResponsibilitiesIndependently manage a litigation caseload from inception through resolutionDraft and respond to written discoveryTake and defend depositionsPrepare motions, briefs, and other substantive pleadingsParticipate in court appearances, hearings, mediations, and oral argumentsCommunicate directly with clients and provide strategic case updatesCollaborate with partners and litigation teams on complex mattersAssist with all aspects of litigation strategy and case managementQualificationsAdmission to practice in California requiredMinimum of 4 years of litigation experienceExperience in Labor & Employment, Professional Liability, and/or Commercial Litigation preferredExperience handling legal malpractice, accounting malpractice, and other professional liability matters is highly preferredExcellent written, analytical, and oral advocacy skillsStrong organizational and case management abilitiesAbility to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic litigation environmentWhy Join Kaufman Dolowich?Collaborative and entrepreneurial culture with strong mentorship and supportSignificant opportunities for professional growth, client development, and advancementUnlimited PTO for AttorneysCompetitive compensation and comprehensive benefits packageRobust discretionary and billable-based bonus opportunitiesMeaningful client contact and hands-on litigation experienceBase Salary Range: $150,000-$200,000Please note that the stated salary range is an estimate and does not guarantee a specific offer. Actual compensation will be determined based on market location, as well as the candidate's experience, skills, and job-related qualifications. Base salary represents just one component of the comprehensive Total Rewards package offered by Kaufman Dolowich, which also includes a discretionary and billable hours-based bonus program and a robust benefits offering for full-time employees.