Description:
The Kaufman Dolowich Los Angeles and Torrance offices—part of a nationally recognized law firm with more than 250 attorneys nationwide and honored by U.S. News as one of the “Best Companies to Work For – Law Firms”—are seeking an experienced Professional Liability Attorney with 4+ years of litigation experience to join our growing and highly collaborative team.This is an exciting opportunity to work on sophisticated, high-exposure professional liability matters alongside experienced litigators in a dynamic environment. At KD, we foster a culture built on innovation, teamwork, integrity, and excellence in client service, while offering a flexible hybrid work environment designed to support both professional growth and work-life balance.
Responsibilities:
- Manage a full litigation caseload from inception through resolution
- Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, legal memoranda, and other litigation-related documents
- Take and defend depositions and participate in mediations, hearings, and trials
- Communicate directly with clients and provide regular case updates and strategic guidance
- Handle a broad range of professional liability matters
- Collaborate closely with attorneys across offices and practice groups on complex litigation matters
Qualifications:
- JD from an accredited law school with strong academic credentials
- Admission to practice in California required
- 4+ years of litigation experience
- Experience handling legal malpractice, accounting malpractice, and/or other professional liability matters strongly preferred
- Exceptional writing, analytical, and oral advocacy skills
- Ability to independently manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced litigation environment
