Early Career Trial Attorney, $10k Sign-on Bonus (Remote - California)

Overview

This role involves serving as an Early Career Trial Attorney responsible for defending both insured clients and the organization in bodily injury, property damage lawsuits, and related legal matters. The position includes managing litigation processes such as trials, arbitrations, and mediations, providing legal counsel to business clients, and coordinating with legal teams. Staying informed on new laws and regulations to maintain effective legal strategies is essential.

Candidates may select their preferred remote working location from San Francisco, CA; Los Angeles, CA; San Diego, CA; or Fresno, CA.

A one-time sign-on bonus of $10,000 is offered to qualified candidates, payable within 60 days of the start date, subject to applicable withholding and successful completion of the hiring process.

Responsibilities

• Manage all phases of insurance defense litigation from case inception through verdict, including case assessment, discovery, depositions, motion practice, pre-trial negotiations, courtroom advocacy, and post-trial motions.
• Collect and organize documents, evidence, and conduct legal research to prepare for hearings, trials, arbitrations, mediations, and depositions.
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery responses, and other legal documents.
• Interview clients and witnesses, prepare summaries of statements, and maintain communication records.
• Attend court hearings, depositions, and other legal proceedings; represent the organization or clients in routine matters as needed.
• Monitor changes in laws and regulations and assist in updating the legal team on potential impacts.
• Participate in training and mentorship programs to develop legal skills and handle more complex legal work.

Requirements

• Juris Doctorate degree and active membership in good standing with the California State Bar.
• Successful completion of courses in legal research, writing, and analysis.
• Strong time management skills with the ability to balance multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Ability to organize case files, manage legal documents, and understand the discovery process.
• Effective communication skills for client interaction, preparing summaries, and maintaining records.
• Knowledge of legal ethics and professional conduct standards.
• Basic negotiation skills for client interactions and settlement discussions.
• Must be within commutable distance to courthouses in the greater Los Angeles area, Bay Area, or Inland Empire.

Preferred Skills

• Case management
• Client communication
• Court filings
• Documentation review
• Evidence gathering
• Legal discovery
• Legal document preparation and review
• Legal writing
• Litigation
• Negotiation
• Time management

Compensation and Benefits

• Annual salary range: $115,000 - $135,000, based on experience and qualifications.
• One-time sign-on bonus of $10,000.
• Predictable schedules and flexibility supporting work-life balance.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Exposure to diverse legal challenges including regulatory compliance, risk assessment, and dispute resolution.
• Direct collaboration with internal stakeholders and business units.

Additional Information

• Candidates will be required to undergo a background investigation.
• Employment-based visa sponsorship is generally not provided for this position.
• The employer maintains a policy prohibiting discrimination based on ancestry, age, color, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, sexual and reproductive health decisions, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, race (including traits historically associated with race), religion (including religious dress), sex, or sexual orientation.
• The position complies with applicable fair chance hiring ordinances and federal employment laws.