Attorney / Senior Associate - Insurance Defense

We Are Legal Revolution; San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) profit sharing

Medical insurance (Kaiser)

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Bonus opportunities

Job summary

We Are Legal Revolution in San Francisco is seeking a litigation associate (2–3 years) to handle maritime, transportation and insurance disputes with hands-on responsibility and strong writing opportunities. The role offers a hybrid in-office expectation and potential for growth in a niche practice.

Qualified candidates will have 2–3 years of defense or civil litigation experience, excellent writing and research skills, and a JD from an accredited law school.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of insurance defense and/or civil litigation experience; plaintiff-side experience will be considered.
• Excellent legal writing and research skills; writing sample(s) required.
• Proven ability to manage cases through key litigation milestones, including trial and appeal as applicable.
• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school.

Responsibilities

• Manage matters from inception through resolution, including trial and appeal as applicable.
• Draft pleadings, written discovery, and substantive motions; handle legal research and develop case strategy.
• Prepare for and participate in depositions, hearings, mediations, and other litigation events.
• Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, experts, and other stakeholders with professionalism and sound judgment.

Skills

Insurance defense

Civil litigation

Legal writing

Research skills

Education

Juris Doctor

Job description

NEW IN - Litigation Associate Attorney | Maritime, Transportation and Insurance Matters | San Francisco Bay Area, California Hybrid | 401(k) profit sharing and bonuses

A confidential California law firm is seeking a litigation associate (2 to 3 years) to join a focused practice handling maritime and transportation disputes, including insurance-related matters. This is a 100% litigation position suited to an attorney who wants hands-on responsibility, strong writing opportunities, and the chance to build subject-matter depth in a niche litigation area.

WHY THIS OPPORTUNITY STANDS OUT

• Practice mix spanning maritime and transportation litigation, including cargo-related disputes and insurance-related litigation.
• Close-knit team environment with an emphasis on strong writing and professional client-facing communication.
• Partner-track opportunity for the right long-term fit.

THE ROLE

• Manage matters from inception through resolution, including trial and appeal as applicable.
• Draft pleadings, written discovery, and substantive motions; handle legal research and develop case strategy.
• Prepare for and participate in depositions, hearings, mediations, and other litigation events.
• Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, experts, and other stakeholders with professionalism and sound judgment.

LOCATION, SCHEDULE AND COMPENSATION

Hybrid with an in-office expectation of 3 days per week; greater in-office emphasis during the first 3 to 6 months.

REQUIREMENTS

• 2 to 3 years of insurance defense and/or civil litigation experience; plaintiff-side experience will be considered.
• Proven ability to manage cases through key litigation milestones, including trial and appeal as applicable.
• Excellent legal writing and research skills; writing sample(s) required.
• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school.

PREFERRED BACKGROUND

• Interest in maritime law and transportation-related disputes, including cargo matters.
• Experience with marine insurance coverage litigation, maritime personal injury, or related maritime disputes.
• Interest in client relationship development and contributing to the growth of a specialized litigation practice.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

• Comprehensive benefits package, including 401(k) with profit sharing.
• Medical insurance (100% coverage for a Kaiser plan), plus dental and vision insurance.
• Bonus structure described as starting at $1,650; after approximately 18 months, strong performance can support bonuses in the $20,000 to $30,000 range.