California Litigation Attorney (Remote)

Overview

A nationally recognized California insurance defense and trial firm is seeking California-licensed Litigation Attorneys with at least 3 years of experience for full-time, permanent positions in one of the firm's California offices. Candidates should be based in California and may work remotely with occasional in-office collaboration, hearings, or team meetings. The firm is hiring across experience levels, from Associate (3–8 years) to Senior Counsel (8+ years), and values strong litigators capable of managing cases with increasing independence.

Responsibilities

• Manage active California civil litigation matters from early case assessment through resolution, including discovery, law and motion, depositions, mediation, and trial preparation
• Draft and argue motions; take and defend depositions; appear in court independently as needed
• Evaluate liability, damages, and exposure early, developing practical defense strategies aligned with carrier and business objectives
• Work directly with clients and claims professionals, providing clear, strategic updates and budget-conscious case management
• Collaborate with partners and attorneys across offices on complex or high-exposure matters
• For senior attorneys: provide case oversight, mentor junior lawyers, and contribute to trial preparation and strategy development

Requirements

• Licensed to practice law in California and in good standing
• Minimum of 3 years of civil litigation experience, ideally including insurance defense or comparable high-volume litigation
• Demonstrated ability to manage a caseload with increasing independence, including handling discovery, drafting and arguing motions, and taking/defending depositions
• Comfortable supporting and preparing cases for trial; direct trial or second-chair experience is strongly valued
• Strategic and detail-oriented with the ability to evaluate cases beyond surface-level analysis, identifying risk, leverage points, and early resolution opportunities
• Strong writing, analytical, and client communication skills
• Familiarity with litigation billing and timekeeping requirements
• Professional, responsive, and able to manage assignments independently in a remote or hybrid work environment
• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school
• Outstanding references
• Located in California and willing to come into the office periodically

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience mentoring junior attorneys and providing case oversight (for senior counsel roles)

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $115,000 - $190,000 plus applicable bonuses, based on experience, qualifications, credentials, location, and market factors
• Competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• 401(k) plan and generous leave policies

Location

• Remote work within California with occasional in-office presence required

Additional Information

Candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted. The firm maintains confidentiality and will not propose candidates to prospective clients without prior consent.

This opportunity offers meaningful courtroom-facing experience and structured trial development within a growing California team handling a broad mix of insurance defense matters such as premises liability, professional liability, personal injury/catastrophic accidents, construction defect/accidents, and employment-related disputes.