Associate Attorney (Remote)

Overview

This role is for an Associate Attorney position focused on insurance defense and trial advocacy. The employer seeks an attorney with strong litigation skills who can independently manage matters from discovery through trial and communicate effectively with clients and case teams.

Required: An active bar license in the State of California.

Responsibilities

• Develop compelling case strategies that cut through emotional arguments and drive results
• Independently manage court appearances, depositions, motion practice, and trials
• 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, contributing to team growth and success

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
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint
• Familiarity with litigation timekeeping and billing systems
• 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

Pay Range: $115,000—$160,000 USD annually (depending on experience and qualifications)

• Annual billable hours bonus: $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) program: 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 (full-time attorneys after one year with the firm): $100–$200/month
• Paid parental leave at base pay
• Monthly technology reimbursement of $60

Additional benefits and support include:

• Employee Assistance Program
• 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 (Women’s Initiative and Young Professionals Initiative)
• Firm-wide charitable giving program
• Numerous social and off-site events each year

Location

Flexible work model with remote, hybrid, or onsite options available.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment 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.

Additional Notes

No recruiters/agencies.