Associate Attorney (Civil Litigation)

Silverspace Inc; San Francisco (CA); Hybride; USD 120 000 - 200 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Performance bonus

Comprehensive benefits

Résumé du poste

Silverspace Inc. in San Francisco, CA, seeks an Associate Attorney to join its California team in a hybrid, full-time role. You will handle diverse civil defense matters, from general liability to toxic tort, across state and federal courts, with a focus on strong advocacy and client service.

The position requires CA Bar admission and excellent litigation skills. The firm offers a collaborative environment and a comprehensive benefits package with performance bonuses.

Qualifications

• Must be active and in good standing with the State Bar of California.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong litigation, analytical, and organizational abilities.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with a team.

Responsabilités

• Manage a caseload across General Liability, Construction Defect, Personal Injury, Insurance defense, Toxic Tort, Asbestos, and Silica litigation.
• Conduct legal research and analyze liability, construction, and toxic tort issues.
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, settlement agreements, and other documents.
• Take and defend depositions of parties and witnesses.
• Prepare clients and witnesses for depositions, hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and trial.
• Develop litigation strategies while maintaining client communications.
• Represent clients in court appearances, mediations, arbitrations, and trials.
• Assist with all phases of trial preparation.
• Collaborate with partners, attorneys, paralegals, and support staff for efficient case management.
• Advise on litigation risk management, regulatory compliance, and liability prevention.
• Maintain accurate timekeeping and billing records.

Connaissances

Litigation skills

Analytical ability

Strong communication

Team collaboration

Independent work

Formation

Active California Bar Admission

Description du poste

Salary: Up to $200,000 annually + Bonus + Comprehensive Benefits

Job Type: Full-Time

Work Arrangement: Hybrid (2 days onsite per week)

Position Overview

A leading national litigation firm is seeking a highly motivated Associate Attorney to join its California team. This hybrid position offers the opportunity to handle a diverse litigation practice, including General Liability, Construction Defect, Personal Injury, Insurance defense, Toxic Tort, Asbestos, and Silica matters. The ideal candidate will have strong litigation skills, excellent advocacy abilities, and thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of General Liability, Construction Defect, Personal Injury, Insurance defense, Toxic Tort, Asbestos, and Silica litigation matters from inception through resolution.
• Conduct legal research and analyze complex liability, construction, and toxic tort issues.
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery requests and responses, settlement agreements, and other litigation documents.
• Take and defend depositions of parties, fact witnesses, corporate representatives, and expert witnesses.
• Prepare clients and witnesses for depositions, hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and trial.
• Develop litigation strategies while maintaining regular communication with clients, insurers, and other stakeholders.
• Represent clients in court appearances, mediations, arbitrations, and trials in state and federal courts.
• Assist with all phases of trial preparation, including drafting trial briefs, preparing jury instructions, organizing exhibits, and witness preparation.
• Collaborate with partners, attorneys, paralegals, and legal support staff to ensure efficient case management.
• Advise clients on litigation risk management, regulatory compliance, and liability prevention strategies.
• Maintain accurate timekeeping and billing records in accordance with firm and client guidelines.

Required Qualifications

• Active membership in good standing with the State Bar of California.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong litigation, analytical, and organizational abilities.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a team.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in one or more of the following practice areas:

• General Liability
• Toxic Tort
• Insurance defense experience is highly preferred.
• Strong negotiation, case management, and courtroom advocacy skills.
• Performance bonus
• Professional development and advancement opportunities
• Collaborative and supportive work environment

This role is ideal for attorneys looking to build or expand their litigation practice across multiple complex civil defense areas while working with an experienced and highly regarded legal team.