Associate Attorney (Defense)

Use our easy apply form to send your application to Maira Gonzales, the Jobot Pro hosting this job. Compensation Based on Experience. Associate Attorney (Defense) $130000 - $210000 per year | San Diego, CA | On-Site | Permanent A bit about us With a nationwide presence and a proven track record, we provide strategic legal solutions across a wide range of practice areas. From complex litigation to specialized disputes, our team delivers tailored counsel and exceptional results in courtrooms across the country. Why join us Benefits Offered: Health Insurance, dental, vision, life insurance, 401k, LTD, STD, and more! Flexible and casual work environment Front line experience from discovery through trial in interesting cases around the country Frequent travel opportunities Hybrid Opportunity Job Details Key Responsibilities Represent clients in complex insurance defense and construction litigation matters Provide strategic legal counsel on a wide range of litigation issues Draft, review, and negotiate pleadings, motions, contracts, and other legal documents Conduct in-depth legal research to support case strategy and client positions Collaborate with attorneys and legal staff to develop effective litigation strategies Ensure compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and ethical standards Stay current on developments in insurance defense and construction law Participate in all phases of litigation, including hearings, depositions, mediations, and trials Qualifications Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school Active admission to a state bar (California preferred, but not required depending on role) Minimum of 3+ years of experience in insurance defense and/or construction litigation Proven track record handling complex litigation matters Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills Experience drafting and arguing motions, and managing case files independently Excellent negotiation and advocacy skills Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a remote environment Strong communication and interpersonal abilities Why Join Us This role offers a unique opportunity to grow within a nationally recognized firm, work on sophisticated matters, and build a long-term career path with partnership potential. If you are a driven attorney looking to elevate your practice in a supportive and high-performing environment, we encourage you to apply. Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions. Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. Information collected and processed as part of your Jobot candidate profile, and any job applications, resumes, or other information you choose to submit is subject to Jobot's Privacy Policy, as well as the Jobot California Worker Privacy Notice and Jobot Notice Regarding Automated Employment Decision Tools which are available at jobot.com/legal. By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Jobot, and/or its agents and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy here: jobot.com/privacy-policy #J-18808-Ljbffr