Associate Attorney Insurance Defense Litigation

Associate Attorney Insurance Defense Litigation About the job Associate Attorney Insurance Defense Litigation

Pay: $ - $ per year

Note: This position requires employees to work on-site at the Santa Ana, CA office with some hybrid flexibility.

Note: The qualified candidate for this position must have 3+ years of civil litigation experience.

Our client is a well-established Orange County law firm recognized for its strong reputation in insurance defense litigation. Known for their collaborative culture and commitment to excellence, they offer attorneys the opportunity to gain hands‑on litigation experience while working in a supportive, team‑oriented environment.

We are seeking an Associate Attorney to join our clients busy insurance defense practice in Santa Ana, CA. This role offers immediate responsibility and the chance to sharpen trial skills while handling complex and high‑value cases.

• Manage a diverse caseload with partner support
• Draft motions, pleadings, and discovery responses
• Take and defend depositions
• Represent clients in court hearings and motions
• Collaborate with clients to strategize case direction
• Work on matters including personal injury, transportation, premises liability, and other civil litigation

• 3+ years of civil litigation experience (insurance defense strongly preferred)
• Deposition, motion, and courtroom experience required
• Strong legal writing and analytical skills
• Excellent communication and client interaction skills
  
  Must be licensed and in good standing with the California Bar

• Competitive compensation with bonus potential
• Hybrid work schedule with some flexibility
• Full benefits package: medical, dental, vision, 401k, and PTO
• Mentorship and trial exposure from seasoned litigators
• Supportive, team‑based culture with growth opportunities