Associate Attorney – Rideshare & UMUIM Defense
San Francisco, CA - USA
Job Summary
Pay: $150000.00 - $200000.00 per year
Why This Is a Great Opportunity
- Take ownership of meaningful rideshare and UM/UIM defense matters while working directly with experienced litigation partners
- Handle substantive litigation work including depositions motions mediations arbitrations and court appearances
- Join a collaborative supportive team that values high-quality legal work and a healthy work-life balance
- Benefit from formal mentoring professional development and opportunities to grow into leadership
- Build toward long-term advancement with a potential partnership track
- Receive comprehensive benefits including medical dental vision life insurance disability coverage and a 401(k) with employer matching
- Earn additional compensation through generous billing and performance-based bonus programs
- Enjoy the flexibility of a hybrid work environment
Location
San Francisco California. This is a hybrid position that combines valuable in-office collaboration with the flexibility to work remotely.
Note:
Candidates must have an active California Bar license 4 years of civil litigation experience and 2 years of rideshare and UM/UIM defense experience. These are firm requirements.
About Us
We are an established civil litigation defense firm known for delivering high-quality legal work while creating a supportive team-oriented environment for our attorneys. We invest in mentoring professional development flexibility and long-term career growth so our attorneys can thrive both professionally and personally. Confidential Employer.
Job Description
- Manage rideshare and uninsured/underinsured motorist defense matters from discovery through resolution
- Serve as the primary handling attorney on assigned cases based on experience
- Draft and argue substantive motions
- Take and defend depositions
- Handle written discovery and case strategy
- Make court appearances and represent clients throughout litigation
- Prepare for and participate in mediations and arbitrations
- Communicate directly with clients and provide clear case evaluations and updates
- Handle pre-trial preparation and support trial strategy
- Participate in trials when appropriate
- Work directly with partners while developing greater case ownership and leadership responsibility
Qualifications
- Active California Bar license
- 4 years of civil litigation experience
- 2 years of rideshare and UM/UIM defense experience
- Strong litigation legal research writing and case-management skills
- Experience with motions discovery and depositions
- Ability to independently manage files and deadlines
- Strong client communication and professional judgment
- Ability to work effectively in a hybrid San Francisco environment
Why You Will Love Working Here
- Supportive collaborative attorneys who value teamwork and quality
- Meaningful case ownership with direct partner access
- Flexible hybrid work environment
- Formal mentoring and professional development
- Opportunities for leadership and long-term advancement
- Partnership-track potential
- Comprehensive health and insurance benefits
- 401(k) with employer matching
- Generous billing and performance-based bonus opportunities
- A culture designed to support both career growth and work-life balance
JPC-2358
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Vision insurance
Requirements: Must-have: CA bar license 4 yrs civil litigation exp. 2 yrs of rideshare UM/UIM defense exp
- Add things in bullet points: Required Years as Associate 4
- Salary Bands (Only if attorney role): 4 years: $150k to $165k; 5 to 6 years: $165k to $185k; 7 years: $185k to $200k
Submission Email: Caron Vanessa & Sara- EM: ;) / cc ;
Quick Recruiter Reference
Established civil litigation defense firm hiring a San Francisco attorney focused on rideshare and UM/UIM defense. Handles case ownership motions depositions discovery mediations arbitrations and trial prep. Requires CA Bar 4 years civil litigation and 2 years rideshare plus UM/UIM defense.
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- Location: San Francisco CA
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