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Kennedys

<div><p>Kennedys, a Legal 500 and Chambers-ranked global firm serving insurers and the London market, is seeking dynamic and talented attorneys to join its national and international maritime and insurance litigation practices. The position is based in San Francisco, but our culture fosters global collaboration daily.</p>
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Candidates should have a strong litigation background, including proposing litigation strategy; communicating with clients and opposing counsel; drafting reports, pleadings, discovery, and motions; taking and defending depositions; arguing motions; and participating in mediations and trials.</p>
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We want to help you build a career here, and provide significant business development training, dedicated associate and partner mentors, and a firm-wide associate committee to liaise with the partners. We want you to be the future of Kennedys.</p>
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Candidates must be admitted and in good standing in California. Additional admissions in other states a plus.</p>
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Attorney compensation ranges from $130,000 to $180,000 annually. Salary is contingent upon level of experience, practice group, location and other job-related factors permitted by law.</p>
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Required experience</b></p>
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<li>Two to six years law firm insurance defense experience</li>
<li>Licensed in CA</li>
<li>Excellent academic background</li>
<li>Superior research, writing and communication skills</li>
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<li>Experience handling all phases of the litigation process including drafting pleadings and motions, conducting discovery and appeals.</li></ul></div>

Insurance Defense Attorney

Dracup & Patterson, A Law Corp.

<p>California law firm, Dracup &amp; Patterson, is looking for a Contract Business Litigation Attorney with a minimum of 15 years of experience in business litigation to start immediately - drafting complaints, motions, discovery, responding to discovery, and working with clients directly.</p><p>All work can be done from your location unless you have a court appearance where you determine your chance of success is increased by a personal appearance (or the motion is high value or critical to the case). You must be willing to work directly with clients. It is critical that you respond rapidly to client inquiries and communicate well with clients assigned to you.</p><p>We work as a team and advise and support as needed (if you need help drafting documents, you can share that work with another attorney or our paralegals), but expect you to be the main point of contact for the client, the court, and opposing counsel.</p><p>Who we are:</p><p>Dracup &amp; Patterson has been handling legal matters since 1990 throughout California, including Los Angeles, Orange County, San Diego, San Francisco, San Jose and Sacramento. Our experienced attorneys are highly experienced and specialize in a broad range of practice areas.</p><p>Minimum Qualifications</p><p>&middot; Membership in good standing in the CA Bar</p><p>&middot; Minimum of 15 years of business litigation experience</p><p>&middot; Exceptional litigation, writing, and legal research skills</p><p>&middot; Strong personal work ethic and ability to organize time, manage diverse activities, and meet critical deadlines with minimal supervision</p><p>&middot; Strong interpersonal skills and an ability to work collaboratively with a dynamic team</p><p>&middot; Ability to simultaneously manage multiple projects while maintaining a firm grasp of individual project details</p><p>&middot; Willingness to travel for onsite work in the San Francisco area when there are court appearances</p><p>Compensation:</p><p>Pay range is highly competitive ($170-$250 DOE)</p><p>Job Type: Contract</p><p>Pay: $170.00 - $250.00 per hour</p><p>Benefits:</p><ul><li>Flexible schedule</li></ul><p>People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply</p><p>Work Location: Remote</p>

Business Litigation Attorney - Contract

SalesBountyHunter

<p><b>Job Title: Associate Attorney - Personal Injury Plaintiff</b></p><p><b>Job Type: Full Time - Hybrid</b></p><p><b>Location: San Francisco Bay Area, California</b></p><p><b>Job Overview:</b></p><p>Our Client is seeking a mid-level associate attorney with 5&ndash;10 years of litigation experience, including at least 2 years in personal injury, to join their plaintiff-side personal injury practice. This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney ready to handle meaningful litigation, contribute to high-impact cases, and grow within a supportive and mission-driven firm.</p><p><b>Compensation and Benefits:</b></p><ul><li><b>Base salary range: </b>In accordance with California&rsquo;s pay transparency law, the expected salary range for this position is between <b>$140,000-$180,000</b> depending on experience.</li><li><b>Bonus structure: </b>Performance-based bonus based on fees generated</li><li>Competitive benefits package, including <b>health insurance</b> and a <b>401(k) plan</b>.</li><li>Flexible hybrid work environment.</li></ul><p>The firm was founded on principles of social justice, and their Personal Injury Practice Group continues that legacy by advocating for clients with dedication and compassion. They are committed to putting clients first and achieving excellent results through teamwork, collaboration, and trust.</p><p>Their personal injury group handles a wide range of matters, from wrongful death to catastrophic injury and complex liability. They value collaboration, professional excellence, and a no-ego approach to litigation.</p><p><b>Key Responsibilities:</b></p><ul><li>Independently manage a docket of litigated and pre-litigation personal injury cases.</li><li>Handle discovery, depositions, mediations, court appearances, and trial where necessary.</li><li>Work closely with partners on case strategy and trial prep.</li><li>Communicate regularly with clients, experts, and opposing counsel.</li></ul><p><b>Qualifications:</b></p><ul><li>5&ndash;10 years of civil litigation experience.</li><li>At least 2 years of experience in plaintiff-side personal injury.</li><li>Strong writing, communication, and organizational skills.</li><li>A proactive, collaborative, and grounded approach to client advocacy.</li><li>A commitment to social justice and client-centered advocacy.</li><li>California Bar admission required.</li></ul><p>Job Type: Full-time</p><p>Pay: $140,000.00 - $180,000.00 per year</p><p>Benefits:</p><ul><li>401(k)</li><li>Health insurance</li></ul><p>Work Location: In person</p>

Associate Attorney - Personal Injury Plaintiff

Perkins Coie

<div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div>Job Description:</div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div><div>
Perkins Coie LLP is a leading international law firm and has been listed on Fortune&rsquo;s Best Places to Work for 23 consecutive years. We have created a dynamic firm culture that is based on collaboration, dedication to serving our clients, and mutual respect. We are regularly recognized for a workplace culture where all employees have the opportunity to grow and reach their full potential.</div><div></div><div>
We are seeking a midlevel associate to join our Real Estate &amp; Land Use practice group in the Phoenix, San Francisco or Chicago office. A minimum of 3 years of relevant transactional real estate experience is required for consideration. The successful candidate is also required to have an excellent law school academic record, superior legal writing and drafting skills, and an enthusiasm for the practice of real estate law. Successful candidates will also demonstrate an attention to detail, strong work ethic, commitment to client service, and an ability to work well in a team environment.</div><div></div><div>
Our Real Estate &amp; Land Use practice focuses on acquisitions and dispositions, leasing, construction &amp; development, financing, and real estate investment across a wide variety of property types and industry sectors. As an Am Law 50 firm and one of the nation&rsquo;s most prestigious law firms, this is an excellent opportunity to join a highly supportive working environment while handling sophisticated matters at both a local and a national level. Follow our <div>LinkedIn page</div> or the <div>Firm Overview</div> on our website for more information. To be considered, please submit your cover letter, resume, law school transcript, and a brief writing sample.</div><div></div><div><i>
This position is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, 401(k) plan, medical, dental, and vision insurance, personal medical and parental leave, up to ten paid Holidays, and family care benefits. More information regarding benefits and programs may be found</i><div><i> here</i></div></div><div></div><div><i>
Compensation range: </i><i>$260,000 to $390,000</i> <i>annually. Compensation depends on qualifications and experience.</i></div></div><div></div>

Real Estate Associate Attorney - Midlevel

Crescent solutions

<p><b>Requirements:</b></p><p>Seeking a civil litigation defense attorney to join our Team. The ideal candidate must be a licensed California attorney looking to develop experience in a dynamic, team-oriented, supportive, and enjoyable environment.</p><p><b>Responsibilities:</b></p><p>You will report directly to a partner and, depending on your legal experience, will likely be the primary handling attorney on your own cases.</p><p>You will handle court appearances, discovery, depositions, motions, mediations, pre-trial preparation, and updates to clients.</p><p>Preparing for and participating in trials is also a possibility.</p><p>If you are passionate about expanding your experience and deepening your expertise, this position may be a perfect fit.</p><p>Job Type: Full-time</p><p>Pay: $150,000.00 - $175,000.00 per year</p><p>Experience:</p><ul><li>Civil Litigation Defense: 2 years (Required)</li></ul><p>Work Location: In person</p>

Civil Litigation Defense Associate

Bay Area Air Quality Management District

<div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Description</b></h2></div><br>
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Join an agency committed to creating a healthy breathing environment for every Bay Area resident while protecting and improving public health, air quality, and the global climate!<br>
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The Bay Area Air District (Air District) is a regional government agency, committed to achieving clean air to protect the public's health and the environment. The Air District accomplishes this goal through regulation of industrial facilities and various outreach and incentive programs designed to encourage clean air choices.<br>
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The Air District's jurisdiction encompasses all of seven counties - Alameda, Contra Costa, Marin, San Francisco, San Mateo, Santa Clara and Napa, and portions of two others - southwestern Solano and southern Sonoma.<br>
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At the Air District, we take pride in our commitment to fostering a workplace that values diversity and promotes cultural awareness. We prioritize employee engagement by providing a collaborative and inclusive environment that encourages active participation and open dialogue. Additionally, we believe in pay equity and strive to create an equitable compensation structure. With a strong emphasis on work-life balance, we understand the importance of supporting our employees' well-being both inside and outside the workplace. Join us in a dynamic and inclusive culture where your contributions are celebrated, and your growth is nurtured.<br>
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<b>The Air District is recruiting for the position of Assistant Counsel I/II in the Legal Division. This is an open recruitment for one (1) full-time, exempt, management position.</b><br>
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<b>The Air District is also recruiting for the Staff Attorney (Grants &amp; Contracts) position concurrently with this recruitment for the Assistant Counsel I/II position. Applicants may apply to one or both positions at the same time.</b><br>
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<b>About the Position</b><br>
The Bay Area Air District is seeking an experienced enforcement attorney to join our legal team as Assistant Counsel in the Office of General Counsel. The Air District has recently expanded its enforcement focus, assessing over $110 million in penalties last year aimed at holding violators accountable and deterring future non-compliance. We invest the penalty funds collected back into the communities impacted by the violations under a groundbreaking equity-focused community benefit policy adopted by our Board of Directors in 2024. We are looking to expand our team with a creative and dynamic civil prosecutor with a passion for achieving justice for the Bay Area communities most impacted by air pollution.<br>
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This position will focus primarily on enforcement of air quality violations, including cases seeking civil penalties and/or injunctive relief before the Air District's administrative Hearing Board and in Superior Court. Experience prosecuting or defending such cases under air quality or other environmental laws is highly desirable, although an experienced civil prosecutor with a background in other similar enforcement contexts would also be ideal for this position.<br>
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In addition to enforcement work, the position will also provide legal advice, counseling and representation on related legal issues arising under local, state and federal air pollution laws and regulations, including air quality permitting, development of new regulations, California Environmental Quality Act issues, administrative law issues, and civil rights compliance, among others.<br>
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Many of the most pressing air quality issues the Bay Area faces relate to disproportionate air pollution burdens in historically disadvantaged communities, so experience and familiarity with environmental justice issues is highly desirable.<br>
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<b>About the Division</b><br>
The Legal Division provides a wide array of legal services to support the entire Air District, including handling enforcement cases; advising on the California Environmental Quality Act, AB617 Community Emission Reduction Plans, contracts, grants, and finance matters; developing regulatory language; supporting the permitting program; reviewing records under the Public Records Act; and staying abreast of current legal developments in air quality throughout California and nationwide. The Division utilizes a variety of tools to resolve enforcement actions, such as abatement orders, civil enforcement, and coordinating with other enforcement agencies, like local district attorneys or the state Attorney General. For cases in environmental justice communities, Air District staff can directly engage with community members when determining the appropriate legal remedies, including high enough penalties to reach deterrence-based outcomes and ensure the community benefits from the related funds.<br>
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<b>Definition</b><br>
Under direction, performs legal work of a routine to complex nature representing the Air District and providing advice and counsel to the Board of Directors, the Advisory Council, the Hearing Board and Air District management, staff and committees; performs related work as assigned.<br>
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<b>Distinguishing Characteristics</b><br>
Assistant Counsel I is the entry level in this specialized attorney series. It is designed to allow an experienced civil attorney to gain specific environmental law experience. This class is alternately staffed with Assistant Counsel II and incumbents may advance to the higher level after gaining experience and demonstrating proficiency which meet the qualification of the higher level class.<br>
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Assistant Counsel II is the journey level class of this specialized series, fully competent to perform a wide range of environmental law work. This class is responsible for providing effective legal counsel in complex and controversial environmental law matters. This class is distinguished from Senior Assistant Counsel in that the latter assists in administering and coordinating all phases of legal work for the Legal Division.</div><p></p>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Examples of Duties for this Position</b></h2></div>
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Advises Air District departmental management regarding Air District authority, jurisdiction, functions and operational procedures.<br>
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Researches legal problems and prepares opinions, briefs, ordinances, resolutions, and other legal documents.<br>
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Prepares and tries routine to difficult cases, often involving a specialized body of law.<br>
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Represents the Air District in court and in administrative hearings before boards and commissions and state and federal agencies.<br>
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Attends Air District departmental, board and commission meetings to provide legal advice on a variety of matters.<br>
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Investigates and prepares reports regarding claims by and against the Air District and recommends actions to be taken.</p><p>
Reviews ordinances, resolutions, contracts and other documents for legal sufficiency; recommends modifications as required.</p><p>
Maintains accurate records and files and compiles reports of work performed.</p><p>
Monitors legal developments, including proposed legislation and court decisions, and evaluates their impact on Air District operations and recommends appropriate action.<br>
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Performs other related duties as assigned.</p></div><p></p>
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A typical way to obtain the knowledge and skills is:<br>
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Assistant Counsel I: Equivalent to graduation from a college or university plus an appropriate law degree and two years of experience as an attorney engaged in the practice of civil law with a public agency, preferably involving environmental law. Experience in litigation and negotiation is desirable.<br>
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Assistant Counsel II: In addition to the above, two additional years of experience as an attorney engaged in the practice of environmental law with a public agency in the State of California.<br>
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Other Requirements</p><p><br>
Must be a member in good standing of the State Bar of California.</p></div><p></p>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>How to Apply &amp; Selection Criteria</b></h2></div>
<div><div>How to Apply<br>
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Interested individuals must submit a completed Air District application and responses to the supplemental questionnaire by 5:00 p.m. on <b>Monday, September 29, 2025</b>. Resumes are encouraged, but not mandatory, and will not be accepted in lieu of the required application materials. Applications are accepted online; please visit our website at www.baaqmd.gov/jobs to apply. Postmarks, faxes, and e-mailed applications will not be accepted.<br>
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Except as requested in this announcement, do not include any additional documents, such as letters of recommendation, performance evaluations, work samples, etc. They will not be considered.<br>
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Supplemental Questions Instructions<br>
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Individuals who apply for this position must respond to each of the required supplemental questions. Online applications must be received by the Human Resources Office no later than the time and date specified in this vacancy announcement. The responses to the supplemental application questions will be used in accordance with the procedures indicated under the Selection Criteria section.<br>
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Please limit your responses to no more than one page (500 words) per question. Do not combine your responses or reference your application, resume, or any other requested documentation that you have included with your application packet to answer a question. This information will be evaluated as is and may be used to determine those applicants with the most directly related experience, education, and training to continue in the selection process. It is very important to provide a concise, clear, legible, complete response to each question.<br>
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Selection Criteria<br>
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Selection may be based upon a competitive examination consisting of a written exercise, interview, or combination of the two. Depending on the number of qualified applicants, an application screening and/or panel interview may be used to determine the most qualified applicants.<br>
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The Air District may hire from this recruitment process to fill future vacancies occurring within the next 18 months.<br>
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Persons with disabilities who may require reasonable accommodations during the application and/or selection process should notify the Human Resources Office at (415) 749-4980.<br>
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The Air District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.</div></div></div></div><div></div>

Assistant Counsel I/II

CLYDE & CO US LLP

<p>Job Description</p><p>Clyde &amp; Co seeks a highly motivated attorney with 2 - 4 years of experience in insurance coverage litigation. The position involves representation of international and domestic insurers with regards to all manner of liability policies, including fidelity, directors and officers, employment, professional, property, excess and commercial general liability policies. The opportunity is suited to someone who thrives within a busy, stimulating and fast-paced team environment, and has a strong interest in working on complex insurance coverage litigation matters.</p><ul><li>Analyze rights and obligations under insurance policies, draft coverage opinions, and provide coverage advice to clients.</li><li>Conduct legal research, analyze findings, and draft memoranda.</li><li>Prepare and analyze pleadings, discovery, motions, supporting briefs, and legal correspondence regarding insurance coverage litigation.</li><li>Meet and confer with clients, opposing counsel, and other parties.</li><li>Attend depositions, hearings, and mediations.</li><li>Take a proactive role in managing matters, deadlines, and communication with clients.</li></ul><ul><li>Possesses excellent academic credentials.</li><li>Is admitted to practice in California. Additional bar admissions are a plus.</li><li>Has experience in insurance coverage and coverage litigation.</li><li>Has excellent legal research, writing, and oral communication skills.</li><li>Has strong organizational and time-management skills.</li><li>Has the ability to simultaneously handle sensitive and time-sensitive matters.</li><li>Has effective problem-solving skills.</li><li>Has the ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects.</li></ul><p><b>Our Values</b></p><p>Our values are the principles that guide the decisions we make, unite us in our endeavors and strengthen our delivery, for our clients and our firm. We:</p><ul><li><b>Work as one</b>- We are a globally connected team of talented people who act with a firm-first mentality to achieve success</li><li><b>Excel with clients</b>- We aim high and challenge ourselves to deliver unique excellence for our clients, keeping them at the center of everything we do</li><li><b>Celebrate difference</b>- We help each other to be at our best and believe our differences result in greater achievement</li><li><b>Act boldly</b>- We seek new opportunities, take action and learn as we go, recognizing that curiosity drives our development and contributes to growth</li></ul><p>Benefits offered include student loan reimbursement; flexible time off; medical, dental, and vision insurance; 401K Safe Harbor contribution; Life/AD&amp;D Disability; Flexible Spending Account; Supplemental Medical Accident Insurance; Supplemental Critical Illness Insurance; Employee Assistance Program; Pet Insurance; Commuter Benefits.</p><p>The salary range for this position is $160,000 - $180,000 for San Francisco, $155,000 - $175,000 for Los Angeles, and $150,000 - $170,000 for Irvine. The range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. It is not typical for an individual to be hired near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case.</p><p>Clyde &amp; Co will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories or arrest and conviction records in a manner consistent with the requirements of FCIHO and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.</p><p><b>Please submit a resume and cover letter to apply.</b></p><p>Job Type: Full-time</p><p>Pay: $155,000.00 - $180,000.00 per year</p><p>Benefits:</p><ul><li>401(k)</li><li>401(k) matching</li><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Life insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Retirement plan</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul><p>Work Location: Hybrid remote in San Francisco, CA 94111</p>

Associate - Liability & Excess Coverage

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