Associate Litigation Defense Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an Associate Litigation Defense Attorney in Woodland Hills, CA. This role offers a dynamic opportunity for a skilled litigator to manage insurance defense matters within a supportive team environment.

Duties

• Independently manage a caseload involving auto, general, and premises liability defense.
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery responses, and legal memoranda.
• Develop and execute effective defense strategies and provide legal advice to clients.
• Conduct depositions, attend court hearings, and participate in mediations, arbitrations, and trials.
• Maintain clear and timely communication with clients, carriers, and colleagues.
• Ensure compliance with billing guidelines while maintaining high productivity.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree and active California Bar membership in good standing.
• 2+ years of civil litigation experience, focusing on insurance defense.
• Strong analytical, legal writing, and courtroom advocacy skills.
• Ability to manage multiple cases efficiently and work independently.
• Strong client communication and case management skills.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree

Certifications

• Active California Bar membership

Skills

• Analytical and legal writing skills
• Courtroom advocacy
• Case management
• Client communication

Benefits

• 401(k) with employer matching
• Health and dental insurance
• Paid time off
• Opportunities for advancement

Focusing on business litigation, insurance defense, commercial general liability, construction defect, product liability, subrogation, and civil litigation, this California-based firm strives to deliver high-quality representation based on the extensive experience of a highly skilled team of lawyers. Continuously exceeding clients' expectations, the firm competently and efficiently brings matters to a successful conclusion. The firms' clients include insurance companies, airlines, trucking companies, real estate investment trusts, manufacturers, property owners, homeowner's associations, contractors, religious institutions, high profile individuals, and others. Believing in a diverse team, the firm is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.