Professional Malpractice Associate Attorney – SF (Hybrid)

Hinshaw & Culbertson LLP; San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 145,000 - 195,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental & vision

Paid time off

Student loan repayment

Mentor program

Pro bono opportunities

Job summary

Hinshaw & Culbertson LLP seeks a mid-level Associate Attorney in its San Francisco office, focusing on professional malpractice litigation. The position offers a hybrid/remote work arrangement and a coast-to-coast platform within a leading AmLaw firm.

The ideal candidate has a JD, California Bar admission, and 3+ years of professional malpractice litigation experience, with strong research, writing, and advocacy skills. Join a nationally recognized practice with significant client matters.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
• Admitted to the California Bar and in good standing.
• 3+ years in professional malpractice litigation or related areas.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in professional malpractice litigation, including claims against attorneys and law firms.
• Conduct investigations and case evaluations reviewing documents and evidence.
• Drafts pleadings, motions, discovery requests, and other legal documents.
• Negotiate settlements and ADR with opposing counsel.
• Manage all phases of litigation including depositions and trials.
• Provide legal advice on malpractice risk management.

Skills

Legal research

Oral advocacy

Writing

Team collaboration

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Hinshaw & Culbertson LLP seeks a mid-level Associate Attorney in its San Francisco office, focusing on professional malpractice litigation. The position offers a hybrid/remote work arrangement and a coast-to-coast platform within a leading AmLaw firm.

The ideal candidate has a JD, California Bar admission, and 3+ years of professional malpractice litigation experience, with strong research, writing, and advocacy skills. Join a nationally recognized practice with significant client matters.