Insurance Defense Litigation Associate Attorney

Pay: $130,000.00 - $195,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Work fully remotely from anywhere in California while advancing your litigation career.
• Join a growing, trial-focused law firm handling complex civil litigation and insurance defense matters.
• Gain valuable courtroom experience, mentorship, and opportunities to take ownership of your cases.
• Collaborate with experienced trial attorneys who value initiative, professional development, and teamwork.
• Enjoy competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, 401(k) matching, and opportunities for long-term advancement.

Location

Remote – California. Work from anywhere within California while being part of a collaborative litigation team.

Note

Candidates must have an active California Bar license and at least 1 year of litigation experience. At least 1 year of insurance defense experience is preferred but not required.

About Us

Confidential Employer.

We are a growing California law firm specializing in complex civil litigation and insurance defense. Our team combines extensive courtroom experience with forward-thinking legal strategies to achieve outstanding results for our clients.

We believe in empowering our attorneys with meaningful responsibilities, professional support, and the flexibility to build rewarding careers.

Job Description

• Manage civil litigation matters from initial investigation through resolution and trial.
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery requests, and other litigation documents.
• Conduct and defend depositions of parties, witnesses, and experts.
• Represent clients at hearings, case management conferences, and other court proceedings.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys on case strategy, trial preparation, and complex legal issues.
• Communicate with clients and provide strategic legal guidance.
• Take increasing ownership of cases while developing your litigation and trial skills.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
• Active California Bar license in good standing.
• 1+ years of litigation experience required.
• 1+ years of insurance defense experience preferred.
• Strong legal research, writing, communication, and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage litigation responsibilities independently and collaborate effectively with a team.
• Attorneys from traditional law firms, in-house legal departments, and solo practices are welcome.

Why You Will Love Working Here

We offer the flexibility of remote work, meaningful litigation experience, and a supportive environment where attorneys can grow professionally.

Our benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) matching, paid time off, flexible scheduling, life insurance, health savings options, and additional employee perks.

If you're looking for an opportunity to develop your litigation career with a growing firm that values your contributions, we'd love to meet you.

Apply today and take the next step in your legal career!

JPC-2550

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Requirements: Must-have: Remote; can reside anywhere in CA. CA bar license. 1+ yr of litigation exp. PREFERRED: 1+ yr of insurance defense exp

• Required Years as Associate: 1+ years of litigation experience
• Remote: Must reside in California; can live anywhere in CA.
• Salary Bands (Only if attorney role):
  • 1 to 2 years: $130,000 to $145,000
  • 3 to 5 years: $145,000 to $170,000
  • 6 to 9 years: $170,000 to $195,000

Submission Email: Patrick -

pgibbs@bgsplaw.com

Quick Recruiter Reference

Growing California insurance defense and complex civil litigation firm seeking a remote Associate Attorney. Must reside in CA, have an active CA Bar license, and possess 1+ years of litigation experience. Insurance defense experience of 1+ years preferred; $130K+ starting base.

Recruiters Submission: To submit, cancel - Associate Attorney - Behar | Gibbs | Savage | Paulson LLP - JPC- 2550 - source

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• Client job title: Associate Attorney – Complex Litigation (Insurance Defense)
• Location: California, statewide
• On-site, hybrid, remote: Remote – Anywhere in California
• Experience: 1+
• Good fit job titles/keywords for candidates: Civil Litigation Attorney, Litigation Associate, Associate Attorney, Insurance Defense Attorney, Civil Defense Attorney, General Liability Attorney, Trial Attorney
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