Attorney - Transportation - San Francisco - 180K

We Are Legal Revolution; San Francisco (CA); Remote; USD 110,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with profit sharing

Medical insurance (Kaiser)

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Bonus opportunities

Job summary

We Are Legal Revolution in the San Francisco area seeks an associate attorney with a focus on insurance defense and civil litigation. The role is fully remote, offering a path toward partner-track for the right long-term fit, and involves managing matters from inception through resolution, drafting pleadings, and coordinating with clients and experts.

Requirements include 2–3 years of relevant experience, strong legal writing and research, and a JD from an accredited law school; familiarity with

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.
• 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

Legal writing

Legal research

Case management

Client communication

Education

Juris Doctor

Job description

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

Schedule:

Fully Remote.

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.