Property Casualty/1st Party Property Attorney

Job Overview

A national law firm is seeking a skilled and motivated attorney to join its growing property casualty and first-party property litigation practice. This fully remote role is ideal for a candidate with a strong litigation background who is passionate about advocacy and open to learning or expanding within the property casualty space. The firm offers an entrepreneurial environment, a highly competitive compensation structure, and the opportunity to become a thought leader in this area of law.

Location

• Metairie, LA

Duties

• Manage property casualty and first-party property litigation cases

• Represent clients in state and federal courts

• Draft pleadings, motions, complaints, and briefs with minimal supervision

• Conduct and defend depositions

• Manage discovery and litigation strategy

• Mentor and supervise support staff or junior attorneys

• Prepare cases for trial

• Participate in firm initiatives and contribute to the development of practice area knowledge

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in property casualty, first-party property, or civil litigation

• Experience managing litigation through all phases, including trial preparation

• Strong familiarity with state and federal court procedures

• Admitted to practice law in California and in good standing

• Willingness to work remotely with occasional travel as needed

Education

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

Certifications

• Active California State Bar license (Required)

• Additional state bar admissions are a plus

Skills

• Excellent written and oral communication skills

• Strong litigation, negotiation, and trial preparation abilities

• Ability to work independently and manage a full caseload

• Proficient in legal research and case management

• Comfortable with technology and legal software platforms

• Entrepreneurial mindset and eagerness to learn and grow professionally

Benefits

• Health insurance

• Paid time off

• Parental leave

• Professional development support

• No business generation required

• High referral bonuses for client and team development

• Ability to manage and control caseload

• Remote-first flexibility