Overview
This role is for an Associate Attorney with a focus on insurance defense and trial advocacy. The position involves independently handling litigation matters and collaborating with attorneys and staff across experience levels.
Please note: An active bar license in the State of California is required.
Responsibilities
- Develop compelling case strategies that 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
- Contribute to excellence in all aspects of work
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
- Prior insurance defense experience preferred
- 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
Compensation & Benefits
- Base salary: $115,000–$160,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications
- Annual billable hours bonus: $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 (full-time attorneys after one year with the firm)
- Paid parental leave at base pay
- Monthly technology reimbursement of $60
- Employee Assistance Program through HealthAdvocate
- 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 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
Remote, hybrid, or onsite options available.
Additional Information
- No recruiters/agencies
- Equal opportunity employer