What are the responsibilities and job description for the Professional Liability Attorney position at Kaufman Dolowich LLP?
Overview:
RESPONSIBILITIES: Independently manage a litigation caseload, working cases from inception through resolution. Regularly handle court appearances and depositions. Communicate with clients and provide status reports.
As part of our ongoing effort to actively recruit and advance lawyers of diverse backgrounds, Kaufman Dolowich participates in Mansfield Rule Certification and is a five-time recognized law firm. The process measures whether law firms affirmatively consider diverse lawyers for promotions, senior level hiring and significant leadership roles. Kaufman Dolowich strives for a candidate pool consisting of at least 30% women, attorneys of color, and/or LGBTQ attorneys for all lateral partner and mid-to-senior-level associate hires.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at KD without regard to race; creed; color; religion; national origin; sex; age; disability; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; genetic predisposition or carrier status; veteran, marital, or citizenship status; or any other status protected by law. KD is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
The San Francisco office of Kaufman Dolowich, an AV-rated® firm designated one of the “Best Companies to Work For” among U.S. law firms by U.S. News & World Report, is seeking a Litigation Associate with a minimum of 4 years of experience in commercial and/or civil litigation. Experience handling Professional Liability Litigation matters is preferred but not required. The candidate would be joining a growing, dynamic firm with more than 200 attorneys nationwide.
RESPONSIBILITIES: Independently manage a litigation caseload, working cases from inception through resolution. Regularly handle court appearances and depositions. Communicate with clients and provide status reports.
Note: Hybrid Work Option.
Qualifications:
- JD from an ABA accredited law school
- Law Review/Law Journal or Moot Court strongly preferred
- Admitted to practice in California
- Superior academic credentials
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
The total annual compensation range for this position is $130,000 - $175,000. Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, location, and other job-related factors permitted by law.
In addition to base salary, Kaufman Dolowich offers an annual discretionary bonus, performance-based bonus, unlimited PTO, professional and client development and a full comprehensive benefits package.
As part of our ongoing effort to actively recruit and advance lawyers of diverse backgrounds, Kaufman Dolowich participates in Mansfield Rule Certification and is a five-time recognized law firm. The process measures whether law firms affirmatively consider diverse lawyers for promotions, senior level hiring and significant leadership roles. Kaufman Dolowich strives for a candidate pool consisting of at least 30% women, attorneys of color, and/or LGBTQ attorneys for all lateral partner and mid-to-senior-level associate hires.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at KD without regard to race; creed; color; religion; national origin; sex; age; disability; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; genetic predisposition or carrier status; veteran, marital, or citizenship status; or any other status protected by law. KD is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
Salary : $130,000 - $175,000
General Liability Associate Attorney
Lewis Brisbois -
San Francisco, CA
