General Liability Defense Associate Attorney

Pay: $120,000.00 - $155,000.00 per year
Why This Is a Great Opportunity

- Join a growing litigation practice with strong mentorship and long-term advancement opportunities.

- Enjoy the flexibility of a fully remote role anywhere in California.

- Handle sophisticated defense matters and gain meaningful courtroom experience.

- Work alongside experienced attorneys in a collaborative, supportive environment.

- Earn quarterly bonus opportunities tied to billable performance.

- Benefit from excellent healthcare options, strong PTO, and a culture that values work-life balance.

Location: Fully remote within California. We welcome attorneys located anywhere in the state and offer flexibility designed to support both professional growth and work-life integration.

Note: Applicants must be licensed and in good standing with the California Bar and have at least 2 years of civil litigation defense experience. Experience with general liability, insurance defense, mass tort, construction defect, or employment defense litigation is highly preferred.
About Us

We are a growing, nationally recognized litigation practice dedicated to delivering exceptional client service and achieving outstanding results. Our team values collaboration, mentorship, integrity, and professional development. Confidential Employer.
Job Description

- Manage a diverse caseload of civil defense matters.

- Draft and respond to complaints, motions, pleadings, and written discovery.

- Take and defend depositions.

- Attend hearings, mediations, and client meetings.

- Assist with trial preparation and participate in trial proceedings when needed.

- Maintain strong communication with clients and colleagues.

- Work independently while collaborating with attorneys across practice groups.

- Handle case strategy and litigation responsibilities from inception through resolution.

- Meet billable requirements and contribute to a high-performing team environment.

Qualifications

- Active California Bar license in good standing.

- JD from an ABA-accredited law school.

- 2+ years of civil litigation defense experience.

- Experience managing multiple cases simultaneously.

- Deposition, motion practice, and discovery experience.

- Strong writing, communication, and organizational skills.

- Trial and mediation experience are a plus.

- Experience with general liability, insurance defense, mass tort, construction defect, or employment defense is preferred.

Why You Will Love Working Here

Our attorneys enjoy a collegial culture that promotes growth and mentorship. We invest in our people with one-on-one partner training, flexible work arrangements, quarterly bonuses, excellent healthcare options, and meaningful opportunities for career advancement. You'll work with talented professionals who value collaboration and support each other's success.
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Benefits:

- Dental insurance

- Paid time off

- Retirement plan

- Vision insurance

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