Overview
A growing litigation firm in California is seeking a Litigation Associate with 3+ years of insurance defense experience, preferably with a focus on employment defense. This role offers hands-on litigation experience, meaningful case work, and opportunities for professional growth within a flexible hybrid work environment.
Responsibilities
- Develop effective case strategies that focus on results
- Manage court appearances, depositions, motion practice, and trials independently
- Collaborate with attorneys and staff across experience levels
- Maintain professional and consistent communication with clients
- Build and maintain relationships with existing and prospective clients
- Mentor junior attorneys and contribute to team development
Requirements
- Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school
- Active California Bar license
- 3 to 7 years of litigation experience, including case strategy, depositions, and trial preparation
- Strong preference for 2+ years of employment defense experience
- Ability to independently manage a full caseload from discovery through trial
- Prior insurance defense experience preferred
- Familiarity with litigation timekeeping and billing systems
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint
- Self-motivated with strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills
- Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
- Professional appearance and demeanor
Compensation & Benefits
- Base salary range: $115,000 to $160,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications
- Annual billable hours bonus starting at $10,000, with additional bonuses of $7,500 for each higher tier
- Comprehensive benefits including health, vision, dental, and life coverage with average employer contributions between $700 and $1,700 annually
- 401(k) program with 100% match on the first 3% contributed and 50% match on the next 4-5%
- Student loan repayment assistance or 529 college savings plan ($100-$200/month) available to full-time attorneys after one year
- Paid parental leave at base pay
- Monthly technology reimbursement of $60
- Employee Assistance Program
- In-house training and leadership development opportunities
- Firm-provided CLE programs and paid bar license renewal fees
- Flexible vacation policy
- Defined pathway to partnership
- Internal diversity and inclusion initiatives
- Firm-wide charitable giving program
- Numerous social and off-site events
- Flexible work model: remote, hybrid, or onsite options available
Location
- California (Hybrid Flexible)
Additional Information
- This position requires an active California Bar license.
- The employer is an equal opportunity organization committed to nondiscrimination on the basis of race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit-based factors.
- No recruiters or agencies, please.