Senior Associate Attorney

Overview

An established legal team is seeking an Associate Attorney specializing in Insurance Defense Litigation with a minimum of five years of experience. The role focuses on managing personal injury litigation cases and requires strong case management skills and a successful track record in insurance defense.

Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse caseload involving personal injury and insurance defense matters.
• Engage in all phases of litigation, including discovery, motion practice, depositions, and trial preparation.
• Attend in-person hearings, mediations, and client meetings as necessary.
• Provide strategic advice and counsel to clients regarding risk management and case resolution.
• Collaborate with colleagues on complex cases and contribute to sharing best practices.

Preferred Experience

• Experience with landlord-tenant habitability cases, medical malpractice, or construction defect litigation is highly desirable.
• Proven ability to efficiently handle a high volume of cases.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of experience in insurance defense litigation.
• Strong writing, research, and analytical skills.
• Consistent employment history without significant gaps over the past five years.
• Ability to work remotely while being available for in-person meetings and events as required.

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Signing bonus available for highly qualified candidates.
• Flexible work arrangements including remote work options.

Location

• Position based in Concord, CA with remote flexibility; in-person availability required.