About Role

Robert Half, a leader in legal recruitment, is excited to partner with a premier boutique civil litigation defense law firm in South San Francisco, California, to find a talented Senior Associate Attorney. This hybrid role offers the perfect blend of challenging work and career growth in the heart of the San Francisco Bay Area. Ideal for experienced trial attorneys with 3-10+ years in insurance defense or civil litigation, this position is designed for litigators who thrive on courtroom battles and complex case management. As a Senior Associate Attorney, you'll join a well-established defense firm known for its trial prowess, gaining direct exposure to high-stakes advocacy while on a clear partnership track. If you have a passion for trial preparation, motion practice, and representing business clients and insureds, this opportunity in South San Francisco, CA, could be your next career-defining move.

Our client specializes in defending against civil claims, handling everything from complex insurance disputes to business litigation. With a collaborative team environment and hybrid flexibility, you'll manage a robust caseload while enjoying the vibrant Bay Area lifestyle. Robert Half's Permanent Placement Services ensures confidential handling of your candidacy—email your resume today to advance your legal career.

Key Responsibilities

Managing Litigation Caseloads

Take ownership of a busy docket, overseeing cases from inception to resolution. This includes strategic planning, client communication, and ensuring timely progression through the courts.

Trial Advocacy and Preparation

Demonstrate mastery in trial advocacy or excel in trial prep, such as drafting motions in limine, preparing witnesses for cross-examinations, and strategizing for arbitrations and mediations.

Discovery and Depositions

Handle the full scope of discovery, including document production, interrogatories, and depositions—both taking and defending them to build airtight cases.

Courtroom and Negotiation Duties

Argue dispositive motions, negotiate settlements, interview expert witnesses, and represent clients in trials, mediations, and other proceedings for optimal outcomes.

Required Qualifications

To succeed as a Senior Associate Attorney at this South San Francisco firm, candidates must bring proven expertise. Key qualifications include:

• 3-10+ years of practice in civil litigation defense, ideally insurance defense.
• Strong trial experience or exceptional trial preparation skills, including motions in limine and cross-exam prep.
• Effective legal research, writing, and deposition proficiency.
• JD from an accredited law school and active membership in the California State Bar.
• Passion for advocacy, ability to manage high-volume caseloads, and business acumen for representing insureds and corporate clients.

This role demands not just technical skills but a drive for courtroom excellence in a fast-paced, hybrid environment.

Why Join Us

Joining this boutique firm via Robert Half means stepping into a rewarding career with substantial rewards. Enjoy a competitive salary range of $150,000-$200,000+ annually based on experience, plus a discretionary bonus. Comprehensive benefits include full medical, dental, and vision coverage, HRA stipend, 401k profit sharing, free parking, and more. The partnership track offers long-term stability and growth in South San Francisco's thriving legal market.

SEO-optimized for attorneys searching 'Senior Associate Attorney jobs South San Francisco CA' or 'insurance defense careers Bay Area,' this role provides hybrid flexibility, trial exposure, and professional fulfillment. With Robert Half's expertise, your confidential application is in trusted hands. Contact Jon Lucchese at Robert Half today to explore this partnership-track position and elevate your litigation career in California's innovation hub. Don't miss this chance for trial-focused legal excellence!