Managed Care Litigation Associate

Profile

A law firm seeks a Mid-Level Litigation Associate to join its San Francisco office, specializing in managed care disputes. The role involves leading complex commercial litigation and arbitration matters in the healthcare space.

Duties

• Serve as primary point of contact for clients, coordinating litigation strategy and communications

• Oversee and manage multiple case files from inception through resolution, including drafting pleadings, motions, and discovery responses

• Collaborate with other associates, paralegals, and support staff to ensure efficient case progression

• Participate in depositions, hearings, and arbitration proceedings, presenting persuasive arguments on behalf of clients

• Conduct in-depth legal research on managed care and healthcare-related issues, synthesizing findings for case strategy

• Advise clients on risk mitigation, regulatory considerations, and dispute resolution options

• Support senior attorneys in developing case theories, preparing trial exhibits, and drafting briefs

Requirements

• 3–5 years of experience in complex commercial litigation and arbitration, preferably with exposure to managed care or broader healthcare disputes

• Demonstrated ability to juggle multiple matters simultaneously and act as the central coordinator for litigation tasks

• Excellent written advocacy, oral presentation, and analytical skills

• Strong organizational skills with a commitment to meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment

• Active membership in the California State Bar

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school

• Exceptional academic credentials, reflecting the rigor of complex civil litigation training

Certifications

• Admission to practice before California state courts

• Any healthcare law or dispute resolution certifications (preferred but not required)

Skills

• Proficiency in drafting sophisticated legal documents (complaints, motions, briefs, discovery requests)

• Advanced legal research capabilities using tools such as Westlaw or LexisNexis

• Ability to distill complex managed care regulations into actionable case strategies

• Strong interpersonal skills to foster collaborative teamwork and maintain client confidence

• Aptitude for developing creative arguments and anticipating opposing counsel’s tactics

• Comfortable working independently as well as mentoring junior team members

Benefits

• Retirement savings plan (401(k))

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

• Virtual healthcare services and supplemental accident, hospital indemnity, and critical illness insurance

• Life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability plans

• Paid family leave and paid sick time

• Vacation time and paid holidays

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• College savings plan and transportation benefit

• Backup childcare, college coaching support, and pet insurance

• Excess liability insurance

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
1750 Montgomery St Fl 1
San Francisco
California
United States 94111
Phone : (415) 464 6897
Fax : (213) 895-7306