Litigation Attorney

Kaufman Dolowich LLP • San Francisco, CA

14h • Hybrid

About The Position

The San Francisco office of Kaufman Dolowich LLP, recognized by U.S. News & World Report as one of the “Best Companies to Work For – Law Firms,” is seeking a talented and driven Litigation Associate to join our growing California team. This is an exciting opportunity to work on sophisticated and high-impact matters within a nationally recognized firm of more than 250 attorneys nationwide. The ideal candidate will have experience in Labor & Employment, Professional Liability, and/or Commercial Litigation and will thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment that offers meaningful responsibility, hands-on litigation experience, and long-term career growth opportunities.

Requirements

• J.D. degree with strong academic credentials
• Admission to practice in California required
• Minimum of 4 years of litigation experience
• Excellent written, analytical, and oral advocacy skills
• Strong organizational and case management abilities
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic litigation environment

Nice To Haves

• Experience in Labor & Employment, Professional Liability, and/or Commercial Litigation preferred
• Experience handling legal malpractice, accounting malpractice, and other professional liability matters is highly preferred

Responsibilities

• Independently manage a litigation caseload from inception through resolution
• Draft and respond to written discovery
• Take and defend depositions
• Prepare motions, briefs, and other substantive pleadings
• Participate in court appearances, hearings, mediations, and oral arguments
• Communicate directly with clients and provide strategic case updates
• Collaborate with partners and litigation teams on complex matters
• Assist with all aspects of litigation strategy and case management

Benefits

• Hybrid scheduling flexibility
• Unlimited PTO for attorneys
• Robust discretionary and billable hours-based bonus program
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package
• Exceptional career development opportunities
• Competitive Total Rewards package

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree