Associate Attorney – Complex Civil Defense (Hybrid, CA)

Silverspace Inc; San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonus

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Litigation skills

Analytical ability

Strong communication

Team collaboration

Independent work

Education

Active California Bar Admission

Job description

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.