Litigation Defense Attorney

The ideal candidate will have experience in Labor & Employment, Professional Liability, and/or Commercial Litigation and will thrive in a collaborative environment that offers meaningful responsibility, hands-on litigation experience, and long-term career growth opportunities.

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

Qualifications

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

Why Join Kaufman Dolowich?

• Collaborative and entrepreneurial culture with strong mentorship and support
• Significant opportunities for professional growth, client development, and advancement
• Unlimited PTO for Attorneys
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package
• Robust discretionary and billable-based bonus opportunities
• Meaningful clients contact and hands-on litigation experience

Base Salary Range: $150,000-$200,000

Please note that the stated salary range is an estimate and does not guarantee a specific offer. Actual compensation will be determined based on market location, as well as the candidate’s experience, skills, and job-related qualifications. Base salary represents just one component of the comprehensive Total Rewards package offered by Kaufman Dolowich, which also includes a discretionary and billable hours-based bonus program and a robust benefits offering for full-time employees.