General Liability/Professional Liability Partner

Lagasse Branch Bell + Kinkead LLP; San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 198,000 - 242,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance (employee)

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Unlimited PTO

Holidays

Parental leave

Parking or transit stipend

Firm-sponsored CLE

EAP

Job summary

Lagasse Branch Bell + Kinkead LLP seeks an experienced general liability and/or professional liability Partner or senior-level attorney for its San Francisco office. You will lead sophisticated matters, develop client relationships, mentor junior attorneys, and contribute to strategic growth in a collaborative and entrepreneurial environment.

The role emphasizes trial or arbitration readiness, client advisory leadership, and the opportunity to expand practice while guiding a dynamic team in a

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Active California Bar membership in good standing.
• Significant experience in general liability and/or professional liability litigation.
• Book of business not necessary.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage complex general liability and professional liability matters from inception through resolution, including trial or arbitration.
• Develop and execute case strategies, including oversight of discovery, motion practice, depositions, and trial preparation.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for clients, providing strategic guidance and maintaining strong, long-term relationships.
• Supervise, mentor, and develop associates and support staff.
• Handle court appearances, mediations, arbitrations, and trials in San Francisco-area state and federal courts.
• Collaborate with firm leadership on practice growth and business development initiatives.
• Contribute to firm strategy, client development efforts, and internal leadership initiatives.

Skills

General liability litigation

Professional liability litigation

Client relationship management

Education

Juris Doctor from ABA-accredited law school

Active California Bar membership

Job description

Lagasse Branch Bell + Kinkead (LBBK) is a certified female-owned law firm with deep expertise in general liability and professional liability defense across California. We are committed to delivering responsive, high-quality, and results-driven legal services, partnering closely with our clients to navigate complex matters and achieve their business objectives. Our mission is straightforward: to provide comprehensive, strategic solutions for the legal needs of companies throughout California. Our attorneys are talented, collaborative, and take pride in the work they do. That commitment is reflected not only in our results, but in the strong relationships we build with both clients and colleagues. LBBK has been recognized multiple times as one of the Best Places to Work by the San Diego Business Journal.

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are seeking an experienced general liability and/or professional liability Partner or senior-level attorney to join our San Francisco office. This role is ideal for an attorney with a strong track record of handling complex litigation, developing client relationships, and contributing to the strategic growth of a practice. At LBBK, partners play a key leadership role within the firm. You will manage sophisticated matters, serve as a trusted advisor to clients, mentor junior attorneys, and have the opportunity to expand your practice within a collaborative and entrepreneurial environment.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead and manage complex general liability and professional liability matters from inception through resolution, including trial or arbitration
• Develop and execute case strategies, including oversight of discovery, motion practice, depositions, and trial preparation
• Serve as a primary point of contact for clients, providing strategic guidance and maintaining strong, long-term relationships
• Supervise, mentor, and develop associates and support staff
• Handle court appearances, mediations, arbitrations, and trials in San Francisco-area state and federal courts
• Collaborate with firm leadership on practice growth and business development initiatives
• Contribute to firm strategy, client development efforts, and internal leadership initiatives

PAY RANGE AND COMPENSATION PACKAGE

Base Pay: $220K+ DOE

• Annual Subjective Bonus
• Business Origination Incentives
• Objective Bonus tied to billable performance
• Profit-sharing contributions
• 401(k) contributions by the firm

BENEFITS

• 100% paid health insurance - medical, dental, and vision for the employee
• Paid life insurance and long-term disability insurance
• Unlimited paid time off (PTO)
• 11 paid firm holidays
• Paid parental leave (maternity, paternity, and catastrophic disability)
• Paid jury duty and bereavement leave
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA) for healthcare and dependent care
• Wellness Expense Reimbursement Program (WERP)
• Cell phone and internet stipend
• Paid parking or public transportation
• Paid/firm-sponsored CLE to meet California state requirements
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

QUALIFICATIONS

• Juris Doctor from an ABA-accredited law school
• Active California Bar membership in good standing
• Significant experience in general liability and/or professional liability litigation
• Book of business not necessary

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT

Certified female-owned firm with a strong reputation across California. Collaborative, non-BigLaw culture with an emphasis on quality and teamwork. Hybrid flexibility with meaningful autonomy. Leadership opportunities and a platform for practice growth. Direct impact on firm strategy and client relationships. Commitment to diversity, inclusion, and long-term career development. LBBK offers an environment where experienced attorneys can continue to grow their practice, take on meaningful leadership responsibilities, and be part of a firm that values both excellence and culture.