Legal Malpractice and Accountants Malpractice Partner

The Los Angeles office of Kaufman Dolowich, a full-service national law firm with more than 250 attorneys across 16 offices and over 25 practice areas, is seeking a Legal Malpractice and Accountants Malpractice Partner to join its growing practice group.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated attorney with a strong background in legal malpractice and accountants malpractice defense to assume a leadership role within a nationally recognized firm. The ideal candidate will bring strategic litigation experience, strong leadership and mentoring skills, and a commitment to exceptional client service. Portable business is welcomed but not required.

Responsibilities

• Lead, grow, and oversee the Legal Malpractice, Accountants Malpractice, and Professional Liability practice
• Handle complex defense matters through all phases of litigation
• Develop and maintain relationships with insurers, insured professionals, brokers, and clients
• Mentor and supervise associates and business professionals
• Drive business development, marketing, and cross-selling initiatives
• Collaborate with firm leadership and related practice groups on strategic growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Admission to the California State Bar required
• 10+ years of legal malpractice and accountants malpractice defense experience
• Strong litigation, leadership, client management, and business development skills
• Experience representing insurers and/or insured professionals preferred
• Experience representing accounting professionals in state and federal courts, before professional organization committees, and in regulatory proceedings
• Strong understanding of accounting and auditing documents and financial statements

Why Join Kaufman Dolowich?

• Opportunity to work on sophisticated matters with a nationally respected team
• Collaborative and entrepreneurial culture with strong mentorship and support
• Significant opportunities for professional growth, client development, and advancement
• Unlimited PTO for attorneys
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package
• Robust discretionary and billable-hours-based bonus opportunities
• Meaningful client contact and hands-on litigation experience

Base Salary Range: $200,000–$300,000

Please note that the stated salary range is an estimate and does not guarantee a specific offer. Actual compensation will be determined based on market location, as well as the candidate’s experience, skills, and job-related qualifications. Base salary is only one component of Kaufman Dolowich’s comprehensive Total Rewards package, which also includes a discretionary and billable-hours-based bonus program and a robust benefits offering for full-time employees.

• We offer flexible work arrangements, including hybrid and fully remote options. The specific arrangement will be determined in collaboration with you, based on your experience, responsibilities, and team needs.