Trial and Defense Attorney

BCG Attorney Search; San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work flexibility

Flexible paid time off

Performance bonuses

Student debt repayment assistance

Referral rewards

Mentorship and career growth

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search in San Francisco seeks a Senior Associate or Senior Counsel with 7-10+ years of insurance defense litigation experience. The ideal candidate is a skilled litigator and strong writer who can manage a caseload independently through discovery, assist in trials, and communicate effectively with clients.

Responsibilities include handling 10-20 matters, taking depositions, drafting pleadings, motions and discovery, supervising associates and paralegals, and appearing at hearings.

Qualifications

• Admission to the California Bar is required and essential for practice.
• Extensive experience across all aspects of litigation.
• Exceptional legal writing and communication skills.
• Strong oral advocacy abilities and persuasive argumentation.
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects effectively.
• Proven ability to identify and resolve problems quickly.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of 10-20 matters.
• Investigate claims and develop handling strategies.
• Draft and respond to discovery and motions.
• Review documents for production and prep for trials.
• Conduct legal research using Westlaw; take and defend depositions.
• Draft pleadings, attend hearings, and prepare for mediation/trial.

Skills

Litigation

Legal Writing

Oral Advocacy

Time Management

Client Communication

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Tools

Westlaw

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Senior Associate or Senior Counsel in San Francisco, California, with 7-10+ years of experience in insurance defense. The ideal candidate is a skilled litigator and excellent writer who is highly motivated and proactive in managing their caseload. They should be capable of acting independently throughout the discovery process, assisting in trials, and maintaining a strong interest in these matters.

Duties

• Manage a caseload of 10-20 matters.
• Actively investigate claims and prepare case handling strategies.
• Draft and respond to discovery.
• Review and analyze documents for production.
• Conduct legal research using Westlaw.
• Take and defend depositions.
• Draft and submit pleadings and motions.
• Attend hearings and argue motions.
• Draft pre-trial and trial documents.
• Prepare cases for mediation/trial and participate in mediation/trial.
• Actively and effectively report to clients.
• Manage and supervise associates and paralegals.

Requirements

• Admission to the bar in California.
• Extensive experience in all aspects of litigation.
• Exceptional legal writing and communication skills.
• Effective oral advocacy skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects.
• Ability to identify and resolve problems quickly.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• California Bar Admission.

Skills

• Proficiency in legal research tools such as Westlaw.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organizational abilities.

Benefits

• Hybrid work flexibility.
• Flexible paid time off.
• Performance bonuses.
• Student debt repayment assistance.
• Referral rewards.
• Mentorship and career growth opportunities.
• Engaging culture with social events and community service initiatives.
• Wellbeing benefits including wellness activities and a dedicated Wellbeing Day.
• Inclusive parental leave.
• Global mobility program.
• Retirement benefits starting on day one and 100% vested.