General Liability Associate Attorney (3–5 Years) – San Francisco

Summary

Direct Counsel is seeking a General Liability Associate Attorney to join a respected law firm. The role focuses on insurance defense, auto accident, premises liability, and commercial litigation, including drafting legal documents, conducting depositions, attending court hearings, and managing cases through resolution.

Responsibilities

• Handle general liability and insurance defense matters
• Draft discovery, motions, and pleadings
• Take/defend depositions and attend court hearings
• Manage cases from inception through resolution

Skills

• 3–5 years of litigation experience (insurance defense or general liability preferred)
• California Bar admission required
• Experience with discovery, motion practice, and depositions
• Strong writing, analytical, and organizational skills
• Ability to attend in-person court appearances as needed

Qualifications

Must Haves

• 3–5 years of litigation experience (insurance defense or general liability preferred)
• California Bar admission required
• Experience with discovery, motion practice, and depositions
• Strong writing, analytical, and organizational skills
• Ability to attend in-person court appearances as needed

Benefits

• Bonuses
• Remote/hybrid flexibility
• Medical, dental, vision, 401(k)
• PTO, parental leave, and mentorship programs