Insurance Litigation Associate Attorney

Job Title: Insurance Litigation Associate Attorney

Job Location: San Diego, CA

Job Overview:

A respected law firm in San Diego, CA is looking for a dedicated Associate Attorney to join its litigation team with a focus on insurance defense. The ideal candidate will bring a strong litigation background and a keen interest in insurance claims defense, playing an integral role in case management and trial preparation. This position offers opportunities for professional development within a supportive, collaborative environment, with exposure to diverse and challenging legal matters.

Duties:

• Represent clients in all stages of litigation, including pleadings, motions, discovery, and trial preparation.
• Conduct legal research and draft legal documents, including pleadings, briefs, and memoranda, to support insurance defense cases.
• Manage depositions, witness interviews, and expert consultations as part of the discovery process.
• Analyze legal issues and provide strategic recommendations related to coverage and defense strategies.
• Work closely with senior attorneys, clients, and external partners to ensure optimal legal outcomes.
• Participate in settlement negotiations, mediation, and arbitration processes.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Licensed to practice in California.
• 1-5 years of litigation experience, with a preference for insurance defense or similar fields.
• Exceptional legal writing, research, and oral communication skills.
• Strong ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities in a fast-paced setting.
• High commitment to maintaining confidentiality and upholding ethical standards.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Admission to the California State Bar.

Skills:

• Litigation and legal research proficiency.
• Strong drafting and writing skills.
• Experience with deposition, discovery, and trial preparation.
• Strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with team members and clients.

Job Location:

• San Diego, CA

Representing some of the nation's largest and best insurers, large and small businesses, and individuals, this firm specializes in all civil litigation matters, insurance coverage, complex litigation, hospitality industry litigation, and numerous other areas. The attorneys have diverse experiences and backgrounds both inside and outside of the legal profession. Over ten years, an office of two has grown to an office of multiple attorneys, paralegals, and support staff.