Job Description

Tressler LLP seeks a litigation attorney to join our firm as Senior Counsel in our new San Francisco, California office. Our dynamic Litigation Practice Group is known for its comprehensive approach to handling matters related to complex insurance claims analysis and representing clients in highstakes litigation cases.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years of litigation experience. We are seeking a candidate who is passionate about delivering exceptional legal services. This position is hybrid in our San Francisco Bay Area, California office in Walnut Creek.

Essential job duties include:

• Overseeing complex insurance coverage litigation and managing multiple cases
  from inception to resolution in both state and federal courts.
• Conducting thorough analysis of insurance policies and coverage provisions to determine coverage and liability.
• Providing strategic legal advice to clients on insurance coverage issues, policy interpretation, and case status reports.
• Handling all phases of litigation, including pleadings, discovery, motion practice, depositions, and trial preparation.
• Defending cases in civil litigation and in binding arbitration proceedings in both state and federal courts.
• Attending court hearings and oral arguments both remotely and inperson.
• Taking and defending party, witness, and/or expert depositions.
• Preparing for and mediating cases and/or settlement conferences.
• Mentoring junior Associates and collaborating with legal staff.

A successful candidate will also:

• Have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Be skilled in legal research and analysis.
• Have superb administrative skills.
• Possess the ability to work collaboratively and independently.
• Be diligent, driven, and eager to learn.
• Possess the ability to take ownership of their work.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school
• At least 5 years of litigation experience in state and/or federal courts
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Exceptional writing, organizational and advocacy skills

Featured benefits

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid parental leave

Salary Commensurate with experience: $150,000 to $190,000 per year

Interview Process Timeline

Application
Our team will review your application. Please submit your resume and cover letter to recruiting@tresslerllp.com.

Screening Interview
Our Director of Recruiting will reach out to you to schedule a preliminary 3045minute virtual interview with the hiring manager(s).

Virtual Interview
Here youll meet some of the team who will evaluate your skillset and assess if you are a good culture fit for the firm.

Final InPerson Interview
In the final round interview, you will have the opportunity to tour our office and meet with the entire team in person.

Offer
Congratulations! If the hiring team thinks youre a good match, we will extend an offer to join the firm.

About Life at Tressler

Tressler LLP is an awardwinning law firm with ten offices located in six states California, Illinois, Missouri, New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania. Trusted for more than 39 years, our firm has significant depth and experience in the resolution of disputes through mediation, arbitration, litigation, and trials.

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