Professional Liability Associate

Location

Hybrid Work Flexibility

Hybrid

Remote Work Flexibility

Yes

About the Company

Manning Kass is a national civil litigation defense firm that stands out from the rest—every case and client matters. Established in 1994 with just sixteen attorneys, we have expanded over the past thirty years to more than 170 attorneys across eight offices, including major economic hubs like New York and Los Angeles.

About the Role

We are seeking a dedicated Professional Liability Associate to join our Team. As a member of our professional liability team you will represent legal professionals, real estate professionals, insurance agents, developers, design professionals, land surveyors, appraisers, and directors and officers in a variety of cases involving legal malpractice claims.

Responsibilities

• Handling every aspect of the professional liability claim including propounding and responding to written discovery and taking and defending depositions.
• Proactively manage communications with clients throughout the course of litigation.
• Timely and accurate written reporting to our clients in compliance with their case management requirements.

Professional Development Opportunities

We are committed to investing in our team’s professional growth. Our distinctive “Manning Kass University” training program offers tailored education and development opportunities to help you thrive as a successful lawyer. Opportunity to mediate, arbitrate, and try cases while learning from the firm’s experienced ABOTA trial attorneys.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree.
• Active membership in the California State Bar and in good standing.
• Demonstrated experience in civil litigation, preferably within a law firm setting.
• 3 + years of litigation experience.
• Strong legal research and writing skills, with attention to detail.

Exceptional communication and advocacy skills, both verbal and written.

Company Offers

• Salary Range $125,000-$185,000 + bonus. Salary is commensurate with experience.
• We offer a competitive salary and an exciting bonus program to reward outstanding performance.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, flexible spending account, and 401K.
• Pet insurance coverage.
• Referral program.
• A company culture that fosters career growth and opportunity.
• All applications will be treated with the utmost confidentiality.