Litigation Attorney

Insurance Defense law firm is seeking a civil litigation attorney for its personal injury department in the San Diego office. The candidate must be a self-starter, highly motivated and have an ability to work independently as well as in a team setting. Applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Be an active member in good standing with the California Bar
• minimum 2 years' experience with civil litigation and insurance defense.
• Have solid academic credentials
• Must have a high level of organization, detail orientation and ability to time-manage across multiple deadlines
• Demonstrate good judgment, strong critical thinking skills and the desire and willingness to take ownership and control of projects
• Have excellent communication, analytical and writing skills
• Have excellent client relations

• Handle all aspects of litigation, including case assessment, discovery, motion practice, settlement, and trial preparation.
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery requests and responses, and other legal documents.
• Conduct legal research and analysis to develop case strategy and support client positions.
• Represent clients in court hearings, depositions, mediations, arbitrations, and trials.
• Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, courts, and internal team members.
• Manage caseload efficiently while meeting deadlines and maintaining high-quality work.
• Participate in settlement negotiations and provide strategic recommendations to clients.
• Maintain accurate case records and ensure compliance with procedural and ethical standards.

Pay: $ - $ per year

• salary will depend on experience

The firm offers mentorship, a congenial work environment as well as competitive salary, bonus program, health care benefits package, gym and participation in a 401K plan. We have ABOTA attorneys in our firm who train attorneys to become trial attorneys.