Legal Malpractice and Accountants Malpractice Partner

Kaufman Dolowich LLP; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Unlimited PTO for attorneys

Hybrid and remote work options

Job summary

The Los Angeles office of Kaufman Dolowich LLP is seeking a Legal Malpractice and Accountants Malpractice Partner to lead a growing practice group in a nationally recognized firm. The role emphasizes leadership, strategic growth, and mentoring, with strong emphasis on client service.

Portable business is welcomed but not required. The ideal candidate has 10+ years of malpractice defense experience, a California Bar license, and a demonstrated ability to manage complex litigation while developing

Qualifications

• Admission to the California State Bar required.
• 10+ years of legal malpractice and accountants malpractice defense experience.
• Strong litigation, leadership, client management, and business development skills.
• Experience representing insurers and/or insured professionals preferred.
• Experience representing accounting professionals in state and federal courts, before professional organization committees, and in regulatory proceedings.
• Understanding of accounting and auditing documents and financial statements.
• Collaborative and entrepreneurial culture with mentorship and support.
• Significant opportunities for professional growth, client development, and advancement.
• Unlimited PTO for attorneys.
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package.
• Robust discretionary and billable-hours-based bonus opportunities.
• Meaningful client contact and hands-on litigation experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead, grow, and oversee the Legal Malpractice, Accountants Malpractice, and Professional Liability practice.
• Handle complex defense matters through all phases of litigation.
• Develop and maintain relationships with insurers, insured professionals, brokers, and clients.
• Mentor and supervise associates and business professionals.
• Drive business development, marketing, and cross-selling initiatives.
• Collaborate with firm leadership and related practice groups on strategic growth opportunities.

Skills

Legal malpractice defense

Litigation leadership

Client management

Business development

Mentoring

Strategic growth

Education

California Bar admission

Job description

The Los Angeles office of Kaufman Dolowich, a full-service national law firm with more than 250 attorneys across 16 offices and over 25 practice areas, is seeking a Legal Malpractice and Accountants Malpractice Partner to join its growing practice group.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated attorney with a strong background in legal malpractice and accountants malpractice defense to assume a leadership role within a nationally recognized firm. The ideal candidate will bring strategic litigation experience, strong leadership and mentoring skills, and a commitment to exceptional client service. Portable business is welcomed but not required.

Responsibilities

• Lead, grow, and oversee the Legal Malpractice, Accountants Malpractice, and Professional Liability practice
• Handle complex defense matters through all phases of litigation
• Develop and maintain relationships with insurers, insured professionals, brokers, and clients
• Mentor and supervise associates and business professionals
• Drive business development, marketing, and cross-selling initiatives
• Collaborate with firm leadership and related practice groups on strategic growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Admission to the California State Bar required
• 10+ years of legal malpractice and accountants malpractice defense experience
• Strong litigation, leadership, client management, and business development skills
• Experience representing insurers and/or insured professionals preferred
• Experience representing accounting professionals in state and federal courts, before professional organization committees, and in regulatory proceedings
• Strong understanding of accounting and auditing documents and financial statements
• Opportunity to work on sophisticated matters with a nationally respected team
• Collaborative and entrepreneurial culture with strong mentorship and support
• Significant opportunities for professional growth, client development, and advancement
• Unlimited PTO for attorneys
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package
• Robust discretionary and billable-hours-based bonus opportunities
• Meaningful client contact and hands-on litigation experience

Base Salary Range $200,000-$300,000

Please note that the stated salary range is an estimate and does not guarantee a specific offer. Actual compensation will be determined based on market location, as well as the candidate’s experience, skills, and job-related qualifications. Base salary is only one component of Kaufman Dolowich’s comprehensive Total Rewards package, which also includes a discretionary and billable-hours-based bonus program and a robust benefits offering for full-time employees.

• We offer flexible work arrangements, including hybrid and fully remote options.The specific arrangement will be determined in collaboration with you, based on your experience, responsibilities, and team needs.