Associate Attorney

Description:

An established firm based in Orange County, CA with over 60 years in practice is seeking an Associate Attorney with 1-6+ years of litigation experience for junior candidates, or a more senior attorney looking for a new home, to join their team in a hybrid or fully remote capacity depending on experience level. This role focuses on higher end insurance defense litigation including premises liability, commercial auto, products liability, construction defect, and public entity defense matters, with additional flexibility to be based out of the firm's Los Angeles or San Diego offices.

Qualifications:
1-6+ years of litigation experience or senior level experience is welcome to apply
Background in insurance defense litigation such as premises liability, commercial auto, products liability, construction defect, or public entity defense is preferred though attorneys coming from workers compensation, immigration law, or public defense with trial experience are also encouraged to apply
Juris Doctor from an accredited law school and active license to practice law in California
Trial and deposition experience is a plus though not required as hands on opportunities are available early
Strong legal research, writing, and motion drafting skills
Comfortable working independently as a senior attorney or collaboratively with mentorship as a junior associate
Able to manage an active litigation caseload while maintaining strong client and carrier relationships