Senior Associate Attorney
<p>Robert Half is recruiting Sr. Associate Attorney for boutique civil litigation defense law firm in So. San Francisco (hybrid commute). Our premier trial law practice client needs to hire a trial attorney (or at least good trial preparation experience) with 3-10+ years of practice, ideally in insurance defense, to manage busy case load and represent business clients and insureds. A mastery of and passion for trial advocacy, or at least good trial prep experience (drafting motions in limine and preparing for cross-examinations) are required. Effective legal research and writing and deposition experience are also key qualifications.</p><p> </p><p>This is a partnership-track opportunity at a well-established defense firm in the SF Bay. This Senior Litigator gets ample exposure to and experience in direct advocacy, arguing dispositive motions in courtroom proceedings, taking and defending depos, managing the full scope of discovery, interviewing and retaining expert witnesses, negotiating settlements, and preparing for and attending trial, arbitration, and mediations.</p><p> </p><p>Our client is offering an annual base salary of $150,000-200,000+/yr., depending on experience, discretionary annual bonus, and employment benefits (incl. full coverage medical, dental, and vision insurance plans, HRA stipend, profit sharing contributions to 401k plan, free parking, and other perks). For confidential consideration, please email resume to Jon Lucchese, VP & Sr. Recruiting Manager of Permanent Placement Services Practice, at jon.lucchese‹at›roberthalf‹dot›com . Thank you!</p>
<p>• Minimum of 3 years of experience in civil litigation or insurance defense.</p><p>• Trial advocacy and/or trial preparation experience.</p><p>• Strong legal research and writing abilities.</p><p>• Experience with drafting motions, pleadings, and other legal documents.</p><p>• Proficiency in managing discovery processes, including depositions and interrogatories.</p><p>• Familiarity with personal injury defense cases is highly desirable.</p><p>• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for client interactions and teamwork.</p><p>• Ability to work independently and manage multiple cases simultaneously.</p><p>• Active membership and good standing with the California State Bar.</p>
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- South San Francisco, CA
- onsite
- Permanent
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135000.00 - 215000.00 USD / Yearly
- <p>Robert Half is recruiting Sr. Associate Attorney for boutique civil litigation defense law firm in So. San Francisco (hybrid commute). Our premier trial law practice client needs to hire a trial attorney (or at least good trial preparation experience) with 3-10+ years of practice, ideally in insurance defense, to manage busy case load and represent business clients and insureds. A mastery of and passion for trial advocacy, or at least good trial prep experience (drafting motions in limine and preparing for cross-examinations) are required. Effective legal research and writing and deposition experience are also key qualifications.</p><p> </p><p>This is a partnership-track opportunity at a well-established defense firm in the SF Bay. This Senior Litigator gets ample exposure to and experience in direct advocacy, arguing dispositive motions in courtroom proceedings, taking and defending depos, managing the full scope of discovery, interviewing and retaining expert witnesses, negotiating settlements, and preparing for and attending trial, arbitration, and mediations.</p><p> </p><p>Our client is offering an annual base salary of $150,000-200,000+/yr., depending on experience, discretionary annual bonus, and employment benefits (incl. full coverage medical, dental, and vision insurance plans, HRA stipend, profit sharing contributions to 401k plan, free parking, and other perks). For confidential consideration, please email resume to Jon Lucchese, VP & Sr. Recruiting Manager of Permanent Placement Services Practice, at jon.lucchese‹at›roberthalf‹dot›com . Thank you!</p>
- 2025-10-20T18:38:43Z