A respected, multi-office law firm is seeking a talented Civil Litigation Associate Attorney with insurance litigation experience to join its expanding team. This is an excellent opportunity to handle complex and high-profile insurance coverage and bad faith matters while working alongside experienced litigators in a collaborative, supportive environment.
Responsibilities
- Manage all phases of civil litigation matters involving insurance coverage and bad faith claims.
- Analyze and advise on first-party and third-party insurance coverage disputes.
- Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and coverage opinions.
- Conduct and defend depositions.
- Manage written discovery and discovery strategy.
- Participate in mediations, arbitrations, and settlement negotiations.
- Prepare cases for trial and assist with trial proceedings.
- Collaborate closely with clients and litigation teams to develop case strategies and achieve successful outcomes.
Qualifications
- Active membership in the California State Bar.
- Minimum of 4 years of civil litigation experience.
- Experience handling first-party and/or third-party insurance coverage matters.
- Strong background in discovery, depositions, motion practice, mediations, and trial preparation.
- Excellent legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
- Ability to independently manage a caseload while working effectively within a team environment.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.