Associate Attorney – Rideshare & UM/UIM Defense

Pay: $150,000.00 - $200,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Take ownership of meaningful rideshare and UM/UIM defense matters while working directly with experienced litigation partners
• Handle substantive litigation work including depositions, motions, mediations, arbitrations, and court appearances
• Join a collaborative, supportive team that values high-quality legal work and a healthy work-life balance
• Benefit from formal mentoring, professional development, and opportunities to grow into leadership
• Build toward long-term advancement with a potential partnership track
• Receive comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability coverage, and a 401(k) with employer matching
• Earn additional compensation through generous billing and performance-based bonus programs
• Enjoy the flexibility of a hybrid work environment

Location

San Francisco, California. This is a hybrid position that combines valuable in-office collaboration with the flexibility to work remotely.

Note:

Candidates must have an active California Bar license, 4+ years of civil litigation experience, and 2+ years of rideshare and UM/UIM defense experience. These are firm requirements.

About Us

We are an established civil litigation defense firm known for delivering high-quality legal work while creating a supportive, team-oriented environment for our attorneys. We invest in mentoring, professional development, flexibility, and long-term career growth so our attorneys can thrive both professionally and personally. Confidential Employer.

Job Description

• Manage rideshare and uninsured/underinsured motorist defense matters from discovery through resolution
• Serve as the primary handling attorney on assigned cases based on experience
• Draft and argue substantive motions
• Take and defend depositions
• Handle written discovery and case strategy
• Make court appearances and represent clients throughout litigation
• Prepare for and participate in mediations and arbitrations
• Communicate directly with clients and provide clear case evaluations and updates
• Handle pre-trial preparation and support trial strategy
• Participate in trials when appropriate
• Work directly with partners while developing greater case ownership and leadership responsibility

Qualifications

• Active California Bar license
• 4+ years of civil litigation experience
• 2+ years of rideshare and UM/UIM defense experience
• Strong litigation, legal research, writing, and case-management skills
• Experience with motions, discovery, and depositions
• Ability to independently manage files and deadlines
• Strong client communication and professional judgment
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid San Francisco environment

Why You Will Love Working Here

• Supportive, collaborative attorneys who value teamwork and quality
• Meaningful case ownership with direct partner access
• Flexible hybrid work environment
• Formal mentoring and professional development
• Opportunities for leadership and long-term advancement
• Partnership-track potential
• Comprehensive health and insurance benefits
• 401(k) with employer matching
• Generous billing and performance-based bonus opportunities
• A culture designed to support both career growth and work-life balance

JPC-2358

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance

Requirements: Must-have: CA bar license, 4+ yrs civil litigation exp. 2+ yrs of rideshare + UM/UIM defense exp

• Add things in bullet points: Required Years as Associate, 4+
• Salary Bands (Only if attorney role): 4 years: $150k to $165k; 5 to 6 years: $165k to $185k; 7+ years: $185k to $200k

Submission Email: Caron, Vanessa & Sara- EM: vvalmont@psalaw.net;scolley@psalaw.net) / cc cstapleton@psalaw.net;scolley@psalaw.net

Quick Recruiter Reference

Established civil litigation defense firm hiring a San Francisco attorney focused on rideshare and UM/UIM defense. Handles case ownership, motions, depositions, discovery, mediations, arbitrations, and trial prep. Requires CA Bar, 4+ years civil litigation, and 2+ years rideshare plus UM/UIM defense.

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