Trueline’s client, an AV-rated law firm specializing in insurance defense, is seeking an experienced Associate Attorney to join their team in San Francisco.

The right candidate will be a proactive and confident attorney with 5+ years of experience in bodily injury, insurance defense, public entity, professional liability, and products liability defense. While not required, experience in employment defense is a plus.

Responsibilities:

• Manage cases from initial intake through trial or settlement. First-chair experience is not required.
• Develop and execute defense strategies in complex litigation matters.
• Conduct and manage depositions, mediations, and court proceedings.
• Handle trial preparation independently, including drafting pleadings and motions.
• Collaborate closely with senior attorneys and clients to deliver successful outcomes.
• Ensure timely and effective communication with clients and opposing counsel.

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience in bodily injury, insurance defense, public entity, and/or products liability cases.
• Proven ability to independently manage cases from start to finish.
• Experience with trial preparation and depositions is essential.
• Admission to the CA bar and in good standing.
• Excellent legal writing, communication, and analytical skills.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Our Client Offers:

• Competitive salary, bonus, and benefits package
• Choice of working remote, hybrid, or in-office.
• Ample opportunities for growth and development in a well-established firm.
• Robust support staff and cutting-edge technologies.
• Professional Association memberships.
• An inclusive and socially conscious work environment.

Trueline and its clients are unabashed equal-opportunity employers committed to a diverse workforce. We want smart and ambitious applicants and recruit, refer, hire, place, and promote without regard to race, color, gender, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, age, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by federal or state law. The more diverse and inclusive we are, the better our work will be.

Research shows that while men apply to jobs when they meet an average of 60% of the criteria, women and other marginalized folks tend to apply only when they check every box. So, if you think you have what it takes but don't necessarily meet every single point in the job description, we encourage you to apply.