Overview
This role is for an Associate Attorney with a focus on insurance defense and trial advocacy.
Please note: An active bar license in the State of California is required.
The position involves building case strategies, managing litigation matters independently, and working closely with attorneys and staff across experience levels.
Responsibilities
- Develop compelling case strategies that drive results
- Independently manage court appearances, depositions, motion practice, and trials
- Maintain consistent and professional communication with clients
- Collaborate with attorneys and staff at all experience levels
- Build and nurture relationships with existing and prospective clients
- Mentor and provide guidance to junior attorneys
Requirements
- Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school
- Active bar license in the state of California
- 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
- Familiarity with litigation timekeeping and billing systems
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint
- Self-motivated with strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills
- Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication abilities
- Professional appearance and demeanor
Preferred Qualifications
- Prior insurance defense experience preferred
Compensation & Benefits
- Base salary: $115,000–$160,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications
- Annual billable hours bonus: ranging from $10,000 and 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): 100% match on the first 3% contributed; 50% match on the following 4–5%
- Student loan repayment assistance or 529 college savings plan
- For full-time attorneys after one year with the firm: $100–$200/month
- Paid parental leave at base pay
- Monthly technology reimbursement: $60
- 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
- Flexible work model: Remote, hybrid, or onsite options available
Location
- California (active bar license in the State of California required)
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