Overview
This position is for an Associate Attorney in insurance defense and trial advocacy. The role involves developing litigation strategies, managing a full caseload from discovery through trial, and providing exceptional client communication and service.
Active bar license in the State of California is required.
Responsibilities
- Develop compelling case strategies that cut through emotional arguments and drive results
- Challenge mediocrity and push for excellence across all work
- 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
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
Compensation & Benefits
- Base salary range: $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) program 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: $60
- Flexible vacation policy for attorneys
- Defined pathway to partnership
- In-house training and leadership development opportunities
- Firm-provided CLE programs and paid bar license renewal fees
- 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 to enrich professional relationships
- Flexible work model: Remote, hybrid, or onsite options available
- Employee Assistance Program through HealthAdvocate
Location
Remote, hybrid, or onsite options available.