Insurance Coverage and/or Defense Litigation Attorney
About The Position
About Our Client: Our client is a rapidly growing international law firm with expanding offices in Los Angeles and San Francisco, offering a unique opportunity to work directly with the Managing Partner of North America. With a strong global presence, the firm is known for delivering practical, business-focused legal solutions while fostering a collaborative and inclusive culture. Built on values of approachability, straightforwardness, support, and distinction, the firm empowers its attorneys to provide exceptional legal guidance and build long-term, trusted partnerships with clients. Their commitment to inclusivity ensures that both clients and employees feel heard, valued, and supported. This is an exciting opportunity to join a firm that is actively expanding its U.S. footprint while shaping the future of international legal services. Qualifications: At least 2+ years of experience in insurance coverage and/or defense litigation Strong academic credentials with excellent research and writing skills Experience with case management, drafting pleadings, and handling motions and depositions Admitted and in good standing in California (additional jurisdictions a plus) Key Responsibilities: Manage insurance coverage and/or defense litigation matters, including bad faith claims, from inception through resolution Draft and review pleadings, motions, discovery, and other legal documents with a high level of precision and advocacy Take and defend depositions, including experts and key parties, and represent clients in hearings and motion practice in state and federal courts Provide trial support, including strategy development, witness preparation, and trial execution Collaborate with senior attorneys to develop case strategy, assess risk, and deliver practical legal solutions Communicate directly with clients, providing updates, legal advice, and strategic guidance while fostering strong relationships Stay current on developments in insurance coverage and defense litigation, incorporating industry trends into case strategy Compensation & Benefits: Salary range: $125,000 – $220,000, depending on experience, practice group, and location Annual performance-based raises and discretionary bonus Comprehensive benefits package 1,920 billable hour requirement Hybrid work flexibility Strong mentorship program with partners and associates, plus business development training Equal Opportunity Statement: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law.
Requirements
- At least 2+ years of experience in insurance coverage and/or defense litigation
- Strong academic credentials with excellent research and writing skills
- Experience with case management, drafting pleadings, and handling motions and depositions
- Admitted and in good standing in California (additional jurisdictions a plus)
Nice To Haves
- additional jurisdictions a plus
Responsibilities
- Manage insurance coverage and/or defense litigation matters, including bad faith claims, from inception through resolution
- Draft and review pleadings, motions, discovery, and other legal documents with a high level of precision and advocacy
- Take and defend depositions, including experts and key parties, and represent clients in hearings and motion practice in state and federal courts
- Provide trial support, including strategy development, witness preparation, and trial execution
- Collaborate with senior attorneys to develop case strategy, assess risk, and deliver practical legal solutions
- Communicate directly with clients, providing updates, legal advice, and strategic guidance while fostering strong relationships
- Stay current on developments in insurance coverage and defense litigation, incorporating industry trends into case strategy
Benefits
- Salary range: $125,000 – $220,000, depending on experience, practice group, and location
- Annual performance-based raises and discretionary bonus
- Comprehensive benefits package
- 1,920 billable hour requirement
- Hybrid work flexibility
- Strong mentorship program with partners and associates, plus business development training
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
