General Liability/Professional Liability Senior Associate Attorney

Lagasse Branch Bell + Kinkead LLP; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 175,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life and long-term disability

Bar dues and CLE

Wellness reimbursement

Cell phone stipend

Parking or transit

Job summary

Lagasse Branch Bell + Kinkead LLP in San Diego, CA, is seeking a Senior Associate Attorney with 7+ years of experience in general liability and/or professional liability defense to lead complex matters and mentor junior attorneys.

The role offers a defined path toward partnership, a client-focused practice, and opportunities to handle depositions, motions, mediations, and trials within a collaborative, female-owned firm known for Best Places to Work.

Qualifications

• J.D. from ABA-accredited law school.
• Active California Bar member in good standing.
• 7+ years of general liability and/or professional liability litigation experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute case strategy with minimal oversight.
• Serve as primary client contact and provide ongoing strategic counsel.
• Take and defend depositions, including experts.
• Handle court appearances, motions, mediations, and arbitrations.
• Draft and review substantive motions, pleadings, and case materials.
• Supervise and mentor junior associates and support staff.
• Assist with budgeting, reporting, and case management.

Skills

Litigation

Case management

Deposition practice

Trial experience

Client communication

Education

J.D. from ABA-accredited law school

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 known for delivering responsive, high-quality, and results-driven legal services while building strong, long-term client partnerships. Our attorneys are collaborative, energetic, and committed to doing meaningful work in a supportive environment. LBBK has been repeatedly recognized as one of the Best Places to Work by the San Diego Business Journal.

THE OPPORTUNITY

We are seeking a Senior Associate Attorney with 7+ years of litigation experience in general liability and/or professional liability defense to join our San Diego office. In this role, you will take a lead position on complex, high-exposure matters, serve as a primary client contact, and help mentor junior attorneys. This role offers a clear and defined path toward partnership for strong performers.

COMPENSATION

Base salary: $175,000 to $220,000 depending on experience

• Origination bonus (enhanced for senior associates)
• Objective bonus for hours billed above 1,850

BENEFITS

• 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life and long-term disability insurance
• Paid bar dues and CLE
• Wellness reimbursement program
• Cell phone and internet stipend
• Parking or transit reimbursement

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Develop and execute case strategy with minimal oversight
• Serve as primary client contact and provide ongoing strategic counsel
• Take and defend depositions, including experts
• Handle court appearances, motions, mediations, and arbitrations
• Draft and review substantive motions, pleadings, and case materials
• Supervise and mentor junior associates and support staff
• Assist with budgeting, reporting, and case management

Billable requirement: 1,850 hours annually

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• JD from an ABA-accredited law school
• Active member of the California Bar in good standing
• 7+ years of general liability and/or professional liability litigation experience
• Strong ability to manage cases independently with sound judgment
• Proven success in motion practice, mediation, arbitration, or trial
• Excellent written and oral advocacy skills
• Experience mentoring or supervising junior attorneys preferred
• Familiarity with Bay Area courts preferred
• Interest in business development is a plus

WHY LBBK

• Certified female-owned California law firm
• Recognized Best Places to Work culture
• High-level, meaningful litigation with real responsibility early
• Collaborative, non-BigLaw environment
• Clear and transparent path to partnership
• Strong mentorship and leadership accessibility
• Active pro bono and community engagement
• Commitment to diversity, inclusion, and growth