Insurance Defense Litigation Attorney

Job Overview:
A reputable law firm is seeking a skilled Insurance Defense Litigation Attorney to join its Long Beach, California office. This full-time position offers a hybrid work model and is well-suited for attorneys with 2 to 7 years of litigation experience. Prior insurance defense or bodily injury litigation experience is preferred but not required. The role provides an opportunity to work within a collaborative, fast-paced environment and contribute to high-quality legal outcomes for clients across a variety of insurance matters.

Location:

• Long Beach, California

Duties:

• Conduct legal research and supervise research activities performed by paralegals

• Prepare and draft pleadings, discovery, motions, legal briefs, and client reports

• Collaborate with legal teams and counsel to support litigation strategy and execution

• Participate in court proceedings, depositions, and settlement discussions as needed

• Maintain organized case files and meet all legal and procedural deadlines

• Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, and internal staff

Requirements:

• 2 to 7 years of legal experience, preferably in insurance defense or bodily injury litigation

• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a dynamic, fast-paced legal environment

• Excellent communication and legal writing skills

• Strong organizational and time management capabilities

• Willingness to work in a hybrid setting and collaborate with remote teams

Education:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school

Certifications:

• Active license to practice law in any U.S. state (California preferred)

Skills:

• Legal research and analysis

• Drafting litigation documents including motions and pleadings

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

• Strong oral and written advocacy

• Ability to manage multiple cases and priorities simultaneously

• Collaborative and self-motivated work ethic

Benefits:

• Bonus pay opportunities

• 401(k) retirement plan

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• Paid time off and holidays

• Supportive and professional work environment

Handling every aspect of civil law from the beginning of the case through the appellate process, this full-service firm with offices throughout the country is committed to excellence. Providing quality representation at a reasonable cost, the firm has obtained significant results on behalf of clients. The firm uses all modern technology that helps communicate quickly with clients and organize legal documentation efficiently. The highly trained and experienced attorneys prepare each case according to the clients' needs and cost analyses. The firm and attorneys have been recognized with numerous awards for professional achievements and client service.