Professional Liability Associate Attorney

Lewis Brisbois Bisgaard & Smith LLP; San Diego (CA); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Lewis Brisbois Bisgaard & Smith LLP in San Diego seeks an attorney with substantive litigation experience to defend professional liability claims against a wide range of professionals. The role emphasizes proficiency in case strategy, discovery, and advocacy.

Candidates should have interest in professional liability law; direct experience preferred but not strictly required. The firm offers a hybrid work arrangement and opportunities for growth within a diverse practice.

Qualifications

• Substantive litigation experience required or strongly preferred.
• Interest in professional liability law.

Responsibilities

• Defend professional liability claims against professionals (e.g., Insurance Agents, Real Estate Agents, Accountants, Architects & Engineers, Attorneys, brokers and other professionals).
• Represent clients in discovery, motions, hearings and trials as needed.
• Collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams to develop and implement case strategy.

Skills

Litigation experience

Professional liability

Job description

Overview

• The role involves defending professional liability claims against various professionals, including Insurance Agents, Real Estate Agents, Accountants, Architects & Engineers, Legal Malpractice, and Errors & Omissions.
• The Professional Liability Practice represents a diverse range of professionals, such as accountants, architects & engineers, attorneys, bankers, computer and media professionals, financial planners, healthcare providers, and various types of brokers and agents, either by direct engagement or through their insurance carriers.
• Candidates should have substantive litigation experience and a demonstrated interest in professional liability law; direct professional liability experience is preferred but not strictly required.
• The position offers a hybrid work arrangement.