Litigation Associate | Fully Remote OK

Our client, a highly regarded AV-rated law firm based in Orange County, is seeking an experienced insurance defense attorney to join their team. This UNADVERTISED opportunity is ideal for a lawyer with 2-10+ years of experience handling a range of insurance defense matters, including bodily injury, premises liability, auto/trucking collisions, wrongful death, and catastrophic injury. Bar admission in California is required. The ideal candidate will have first or second-chair jury trial experience.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage all aspects of litigation from inception to trial, including discovery, depositions, site inspections, expert witness engagement, and settlement negotiations.
• Appear independently for court hearings, depositions, and other key litigation events.
• Collaborate with a team of partners, associates, and paralegals to deliver high-quality legal services and achieve firm objectives.

The Ideal Candidate:

• 2-10+ years of insurance defense experience.
• Strong litigation skills, including the ability to manage cases independently.
• Experience in jury trials (first or second chair preferred).
• Bar admission in California; additional jurisdictions are a plus.
• Excellent communication and team collaboration skills.

Compensation & Benefits: Our client offers competitive compensation, with a salary range of $100,000 - $185,000 per year (DOE), along with a comprehensive benefits package. While the role is based in Orange County, remote arrangements are available.