Associate Attorney

Overview

Experienced Insurance Defense Associate Attorney position supporting litigation matters in Los Angeles. Requires an active California bar license.

Responsibilities

• Develop compelling case strategies that drive results
• Independently manage court appearances, depositions, motion practice, and trials
• Take and defend depositions
• Argue motions and attend mediations
• Work directly with clients and carriers
• Prepare cases for trial
• Collaborate with attorneys and staff at all experience levels
• Maintain consistent and professional communication with clients
• Build and nurture relationships with existing and prospective clients
• Mentor and provide guidance to junior attorneys

Experience & Case Types

This role involves a broad range of matters, including:

• Catastrophic injury
• Wrongful death
• General and premises liability
• Transportation and trucking
• Construction-related litigation
• Hospitality matters
• Medical malpractice
• Habitability
• Complex high-exposure litigation

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school
• Active bar license in the state of California
• 3+ years insurance defense experience
• 1–8 years of solid litigation experience, including case strategy, depositions, and trial preparation
• Ability to independently manage a full caseload, from discovery through trial
• Ability to meet billable requirements
• Familiarity with litigation timekeeping and billing systems
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication abilities
• Professional appearance and demeanor

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior insurance defense experience
• Experience managing a caseload while meeting billable requirements

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary: $115,000–$160,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications
• Annual billable hours bonus: ranging from $10,000, then aggregating with $7,500 for every additional tier
• Comprehensive benefits coverage, including plans available at zero employee cost (average annual employer contribution for health/vision/dental/life coverage is $700–$1,700)
• 401(k) with a 100% match on the first 3% contributed and a 50% match on the following 4–5%
• Student loan repayment assistance or 529 college savings plan ($100–$200/month) for full-time attorneys after one year with the firm
• Paid parental leave at base pay
• Monthly technology reimbursement of $60

Additional benefits include:

• Employee Assistance Program through HealthAdvocate
• Comprehensive in-house training and leadership development opportunities
• Firm-provided CLE programs and paid bar license renewal fees
• Flexible vacation policy for attorneys
• Defined pathway to partnership
• Internal diversity and inclusion programs, including the Women’s Initiative and Young Professionals Initiative
• Firm-wide charitable giving program
• Numerous social and off-site events each year

Location & Work Model

• Los Angeles
• Practice operates primarily remotely, with attorneys coming together when work requires it (including court appearances, trial preparation, client needs, and team events)
• Flexible work model: Remote, hybrid, or onsite options available

Equal Opportunity

The organization is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Staffing Policy

No recruiters/agencies.