Associate Attorney needed for Anaheim office

Job Title: Associate Attorney

Location: Anaheim, CA

Job Overview
A prestigious law firm is looking to expand its team by hiring a skilled Associate Attorney. The ideal candidate will bring 5-7 years of experience in the legal field, with a particular focus on insurance coverage and bad faith claims. The firm values individuals with a strong work ethic, excellent research and writing abilities, and the drive to take on significant responsibilities, including first and second-chair trial and arbitration experience.

Duties

• Represent clients in insurance-related matters, focusing on coverage and bad-faith cases
• Assist in the preparation and presentation of legal arguments during trials and arbitrations
• Conduct thorough legal research and draft detailed legal documents, including pleadings, motions, and briefs
• Collaborate with senior attorneys to develop case strategies and provide legal advice
• Manage case files and maintain detailed records of all case developments
• Communicate with clients to provide updates, clarify legal positions, and advise on next steps
• Handle depositions, discovery, and other pretrial processes
• Participate in settlement negotiations and alternative dispute resolution proceedings
• Keep up-to-date with legal developments, ensuring all practices comply with state and federal law

Requirements

• 5-7 years of legal experience, with a preference for those familiar with insurance coverage and bad faith claims
• Experience in first or second-chair roles for trials or arbitration
• Proven ability to manage multiple cases and meet deadlines effectively
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

Certifications

• Admission to the State Bar of California

Skills

• Legal research and writing
• Trial preparation and litigation
• Insurance coverage and bad faith claims expertise (preferred)
• Client communication and case management
• Negotiation and settlement strategies

Job Location

• Anaheim, CA

For more than 20 years, this firm has been aggressively protecting clients in practice areas of insurance, automobile liability, intellectual property, employment litigation, catastrophic injuries, premises liability, and other high exposure legal matters. The firm has consistently achieved outstanding results for its clients by trying their cases, settling their legal disputes, and providing sound legal advice and counseling.