Insurance and Bad Faith Recovery Attorney

Job Overview
A law firm seeks an Insurance and Bad Faith Recovery Attorney for a fully remote position, with a preference for candidates based in California. This role involves advocating for clients wrongfully denied insurance coverage or treated unfairly by insurers.

Duties

• Manage insurance bad faith and coverage dispute cases from inception to resolution.
• Handle all aspects of litigation, including pleadings, discovery, depositions, and trial preparation.
• Conduct legal research and draft complex motions, including dispositive motions and motions to compel.
• Take and defend depositions of key witnesses, including insurance representatives.
• Advocate for clients in negotiations, mediations, arbitrations, and court proceedings.
• Analyze insurance policies and coverage issues to develop case strategies.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor degree from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Active license to practice law in California.
• 7+ years of litigation experience, preferably in insurance bad faith, coverage disputes, or general insurance litigation.
• Strong motion-writing and legal research skills.
• Experience taking and defending depositions.
• Background in insurance litigation at a defense firm is a plus.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with the legal team.
• Willingness to travel as needed for depositions, court appearances, and case work.

Education

• Juris Doctor degree from an ABA-accredited law school.

Certifications

• Active license to practice law in California.

Skills

• Strong motion-writing and legal research skills.
• Experience taking and defending depositions.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Benefits

• 100% employer-paid health, dental, and vision insurance for employees and dependents.
• $50,000 in life insurance provided at no cost.
• 401(k) plan with 6% dollar-for-dollar employer match after probationary period.
• Generous paid parental leave for birth, adoption, or fostering.
• Dependent care reimbursement up to $3,500/month.
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs).
• Monthly commuter reimbursement up to $100 for public transportation.
• Home office reimbursement: $150 for a desk, $150 for a chair (one-time).
• $25 work-from-home allowance each pay period for hybrid and remote staff.
• Up to $5,250/year in tuition reimbursement for professional development.
• State bar and approved professional association dues covered.
• $30 Grubhub lunch credit every first Friday of the month.
• Community engagement support: matching donations to 501(c)(3) nonprofits and encouragement of volunteer time.