Associate Attorney

SINGLETON SCHREIBER LLP•San Diego, CA

15d•$150,000 - $180,000•Remote

About The Position

Singleton Schreiber, LLP is seeking a motivated Insurance and Bad Faith Recovery Attorney to advocate for clients who have been wrongfully denied insurance coverage or treated unfairly by insurers. The role focuses on insurance bad faith litigation, coverage disputes, and complex insurance claims, with an emphasis on holding insurance companies accountable. This is a remote position, with a strong preference for candidates based in Southern California. Travel is required as needed for hearings, depositions, court appearances, trials, and other case-related matters. The annual salary range is $150,000–$180,000; actual salary depends on factors including location, skills, experience, and qualifications.

Requirements

Juris Doctor degree from an ABA-accredited law school.
Active license to practice law in California.
5+ 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.
Strong collaboration skills and demonstrated success working independently.
Ability to travel as needed for hearings, depositions, court appearances, trials, and other case-related matters.

Nice To Haves

Background in insurance litigation at a defense firm.
Candidates based in Southern California are strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Manage insurance bad faith and coverage dispute cases from inception to resolution.
Handle all aspects of litigation, including pleadings, discovery, depositions, and trial preparation.
Conduct legal research and draft complex motions, pleadings, discovery, and other substantive legal documents.
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 case strategies.
Travel as needed for hearings, depositions, court appearances, trials, and other case-related matters.

Benefits

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