Insurance Defense Attorney - Insurance Defense

Job Description

Job Description

Insurance Defense Attorney

Insurance Defense Attorney

Take the Lead on Meaningful Litigation Matters

Are you an experienced insurance defense attorney looking for more than just another caseload?

Our firm is seeking a skilled and motivated Insurance Defense Attorney to join a collaborative team that values professional growth, autonomy, and excellent client service. This is an opportunity to work on challenging and diverse litigation matters, take ownership of your cases, and play a meaningful role in achieving successful outcomes for clients.

We are looking for a strong litigator who enjoys developing case strategy, advocating for clients, and working directly with carriers, insureds, experts, and colleagues to deliver practical solutions.

Why Join Our Team?

• Manage your own cases with significant responsibility and autonomy.
• Work on sophisticated insurance defense matters from inception through resolution.
• Gain courtroom, deposition, mediation, and arbitration experience.
• Collaborate with experienced litigation professionals in a supportive environment.
• Build strong client relationships and become a trusted legal advisor.
• Enjoy opportunities for professional development, advancement, and long-term career growth.

What You'll Do

As an integral member of our litigation team, you will:

• Manage a diverse portfolio of insurance defense cases through all phases of litigation.
• Develop and execute effective defense strategies tailored to client objectives.
• Conduct legal research and analyze complex legal and factual issues.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery requests, responses, and other substantive legal documents.
• Take and defend depositions and prepare witnesses for testimony.
• Represent clients in hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and court proceedings.
• Evaluate claims, assess liability and exposure, and provide strategic recommendations to clients and carriers.
• Negotiate favorable settlements when appropriate while effectively preparing cases for trial.
• Collaborate with insurance adjusters, experts, and other stakeholders to build strong defenses.
• Maintain proactive communication with clients regarding case strategy and developments.

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Active license and good standing with the applicable state bar.
• 5+ years of insurance defense litigation experience.
• Strong understanding of insurance law, civil litigation procedures, and defense strategies.
• Proven ability to independently manage a litigation caseload.
• Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.

Preferred Experience

• Experience handling depositions, mediations, hearings, and trial preparation.
• Background in general liability, premises liability, construction, transportation, professional liability, or other complex insurance defense matters.
• Experience working directly with insurance carriers and claims professionals.
• Demonstrated ability to develop client relationships and provide exceptional service.

The Ideal Candidate

You are a confident, strategic litigator who enjoys advocating for clients, solving complex legal issues, and taking ownership of your work. You're looking for a firm that offers challenging cases, a collaborative culture, and a clear path for continued growth and success.

If you're ready to take the next step in your legal career and join a team that values expertise, initiative, and professional development, we'd love to hear from you.

- For this position, you must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship for a non-immigrant visa. This job was first posted by CyberCoders on 05/18/2026 and applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled or closed. Everforth CyberCoders is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, status as a crime victim, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Our hiring process includes AI screening for keywords and minimum qualifications, and a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. A human recruiter reviews all results. Click here for details on our virtual recruiter .  Everforth CyberCoders will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local law, including but not limited to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act. Everforth CyberCoders is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. Individuals needing special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment can contact a member of our Human Resources team at  View email address on ziprecruiter.com to make arrangements.

Salary

$100000 - $170000 USD per year