Counsel

Overview

A law firm is seeking a motivated Insurance and Bad Faith Recovery Attorney to join their team. This role involves advocating for clients who have been wrongfully denied insurance coverage or treated unfairly by insurers. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in insurance bad faith litigation, coverage disputes, and complex insurance claims, with a commitment to holding insurance companies accountable.

This is a remote position with a strong preference for candidates based in California.

Salary: $175,000 - $225,000 annually (actual salary will vary based on location, skills, experience, and qualifications)

Responsibilities

• Manage insurance bad faith and coverage dispute cases from inception through resolution.
• Handle all aspects of litigation, including pleadings, discovery, depositions, and trial preparation.
• Conduct legal research and draft complex motions, including dispositive motions and motions to compel.
• Take and defend depositions of key witnesses, including insurance representatives.
• Advocate for clients in negotiations, mediations, arbitrations, and court proceedings.
• Analyze insurance policies and coverage issues to develop effective case strategies.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor degree from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Active license to practice law in California.
• Minimum of 7 years of litigation experience, preferably in insurance bad faith, coverage disputes, or general insurance litigation.
• Strong motion-writing and legal research skills.
• Experience taking and defending depositions.
• Background in insurance litigation at a defense firm is a plus.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with the legal team.
• Willingness to travel as needed for depositions, court appearances, and case work.

Benefits

• 100% employer-paid health, dental, and vision insurance for employees and dependents.
• $50,000 life insurance coverage provided at no cost.
• 401(k) plan with 6% dollar-for-dollar employer match after probationary period.
• Generous paid parental leave for birth, adoption, or fostering.
• Dependent care reimbursement up to $3,500/month.
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs).
• Monthly commuter reimbursement up to $100 for public transportation.
• Home office reimbursement: $150 for a desk and $150 for a chair (one-time).
• $25 work-from-home allowance each pay period for hybrid and remote staff.
• Up to $5,250/year in tuition reimbursement for professional development.
• Coverage of state bar and approved professional association dues.
• $30 lunch credit every first Friday of the month.
• Community engagement support including matching donations to 501(c)(3) nonprofits and encouragement of volunteer time.

Location

Remote position with a strong preference for candidates based in California.