Litigation Defense Attorney

BCG Attorney Search; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Unlimited PTO

Mentorship and growth

Competitive compensation

Bonus opportunities

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search in San Francisco, CA seeks a Litigation Defense Attorney with 4+ years of experience in Labor & Employment, Professional Liability, or Commercial Litigation. The role involves managing a full caseload, drafting discoveries, taking depositions, and handling motions with direct client contact and team collaboration.

California Bar admission is required, JD degree essential. The position offers meaningful responsibility, professional growth, and a strong benefits package in a

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree required.
• Admission to California bar is required.
• Minimum 4 years of litigation experience.

Responsibilities

• Independently manage a litigation caseload from inception through resolution.
• Draft and respond to written discovery and prepare pleadings.
• Take and defend depositions and participate in court hearings.
• Prepare motions, briefs, and other substantive filings.
• Communicate with clients and provide strategic case updates.
• Collaborate with partners and litigation teams on complex matters.
• Assist with all aspects of litigation strategy and case management.

Skills

Written advocacy

Oral advocacy

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Litigation Defense Attorney for its San Francisco, CA office. The ideal candidate will have experience in Labor & Employment, Professional Liability, and/or Commercial Litigation. This role offers meaningful responsibility, hands-on litigation experience, and long-term career growth opportunities.

Duties

• Independently manage a litigation caseload from inception through resolution.
• Draft and respond to written discovery.
• Take and defend depositions.
• Prepare motions, briefs, and other substantive pleadings.
• Participate in court appearances, hearings, mediations, and oral arguments.
• Communicate directly with clients and provide strategic case updates.
• Collaborate with partners and litigation teams on complex matters.
• Assist with all aspects of litigation strategy and case management.

Requirements

• Admission to practice in California required.
• Minimum of 4 years of litigation experience.
• Experience in Labor & Employment, Professional Liability, and/or Commercial Litigation preferred.
• Experience handling legal malpractice, accounting malpractice, and other professional liability matters is highly preferred.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree required.

Certifications

• California Bar admission required.

Skills

• Excellent written, analytical, and oral advocacy skills.
• Strong organizational and case management abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic litigation environment.

Benefits

• 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-based bonus opportunities.
• Meaningful client contact and hands-on litigation experience.