Associate Attorney - Insurance Defense

Associate Attorney – Insurance Defense

*Confidential application process*

Location: Phoenix, Arizona

A well-established Phoenix law firm is looking to add an Associate Attorney to its growing Insurance Defense practice. This opportunity is well suited for an attorney who wants meaningful responsibility, hands-on litigation experience, and the opportunity to work alongside experienced trial lawyers.

The Role

From the start, you’ll have the opportunity to take on substantive litigation responsibilities and work closely with an experienced defense team on a variety of general liability, professional malpractice, and complex tort matters.

Responsibilities:

• Litigation Oversight: Manage matters throughout the litigation process, from initial case assessment through settlement, resolution, or trial.
• Legal Writing: Draft and review pleadings, dispositive motions, briefs, legal memoranda, and other case-related documents.
• Discovery & Depositions: Lead and participate in discovery, including preparing for and taking or defending depositions.
• Court & Client Advocacy: Appear in state and federal court for hearings, conferences, motions, and other proceedings as appropriate.
• Case Strategy: Work alongside experienced attorneys to evaluate claims, assess exposure, and develop effective defense strategies for complex matters.

What We're Looking For

• Education & Bar Admission: J.D. from an accredited law school with admission to practice in Arizona, or eligibility for admission.
• Experience: Attorneys with prior litigation experience are encouraged to apply. The firm is also open to attorneys earlier in their careers and willing to provide training to a motivated candidate with a strong interest in litigation.
• Professional Skills: Strong legal writing, research, analytical, and organizational abilities, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet demanding deadlines.
• Approach: A motivated, proactive attorney who takes initiative, works well independently and as part of a team, and is interested in developing meaningful courtroom and advocacy experience.

What the Firm Offers

• Professional Development: Work alongside experienced attorneys who provide guidance, mentorship, and opportunities to take on increasing responsibility.
• Substantive Legal Work: Gain exposure to complex litigation matters and represent established corporate and insurance clients across a diverse range of cases.
• Competitive Compensation: Enjoy a competitive compensation package that includes salary, benefits, and opportunities for additional performance-based compensation.
• Sustainable Work Environment: Join a professional team that emphasizes high-quality legal work while recognizing the importance of maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

Interested?

Please send your confidential resume to Tannen Reu at tannen.reu@gogpac.com or call/text 605-330-3015 to discuss this in more detail.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.

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