Professional Liability Attorney – Legal and Accounting Malpractice
About The Position
A top-rated law firm is seeking a client-focused Of Counsel- or Partner-level attorney for its professional liability practice, focused on legal and accounting malpractice. This is a leadership opportunity for an experienced practitioner with a record of defending legal and/or accounting professionals and firms and an understanding of the legal, regulatory, and business challenges affecting those professions. The attorney will contribute to the practice, collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams, and help grow the firm. The position is based in Los Angeles, California, with a flexible hybrid or remote working arrangement.
Requirements
- J.D. from an accredited law school.
- Admission to practice in the State of California.
- 10 or more years of litigation experience.
- Demonstrated ability to manage complex, multi-party litigation and advise clients on sophisticated corporate and regulatory matters.
Nice To Haves
- Prior experience litigating and advising on issues affecting accounting and/or legal professionals and firms.
- National-level experience and familiarity with class action and multistate matters.
Responsibilities
- Serve as lead counsel in litigation involving legal and accounting malpractice, ethics proceedings, regulatory compliance matters, and other business disputes affecting accounting and law firms.
- Advise clients on risk management, ethics, licensing, partnership matters, mergers and acquisitions, and internal governance.
- Proactively manage litigation caseloads and oversee cases from beginning to end.
- Conduct legal research and analysis related to transportation laws, regulations, and legal standards.
- Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, legal memoranda, and other legal documents.
- Attend court hearings, depositions, and mediations.
- Negotiate settlements and agreements on behalf of clients.
- Manage and grow client relationships with a focus on strategic, long-term engagement.
- Collaborate across practice groups, including cybersecurity, employment, commercial, and class actions, to provide comprehensive legal solutions.
- Mentor junior attorneys and contribute to business development initiatives within the practice and firmwide.
- Represent the firm externally through thought leadership, speaking engagements, and professional networks within related industries.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
