Associate Attorney - Insurance Defense

Job Description

Job Description

Attorney

If you are an Attorney with Insurance defense experience please read on!

In-depth industry expertise is important, in our opinion. One of the most important aspects of our legal practice and success is being the first to hear about a legal development or an emerging industrial issue. Our lawyers always keep an eye on developments in the law and business, giving our clients timely counsel. To evaluate how these events might affect our clients and build practical response plans, we have weekly meetings.

Position Overview
We are seeking a skilled Attorney to join our team to provide high-quality legal representation and counseling in civil litigation matters. The Attorney will focus on defending clients in insurance defense and construction-related disputes, including construction defect, commercial and business litigation, and personal injury cases. The role requires strong litigation skills, effective case management, and the ability to advise clients and coordinate with insurers and outside experts to achieve favorable outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Represent clients in civil litigation matters, including pre-trial motion practice, discovery, depositions, settlement negotiations, and trial preparation.
• Handle insurance defense matters and coordinate with insurance carriers, adjusters, and coverage counsel to manage claims and coverage issues.
• Manage construction-related disputes, including construction defect claims, contractor and subcontractor disputes, and related commercial litigation.
• Develop case strategies to defend clients against personal injury and business litigation claims, preparing pleadings, briefs, and legal memoranda.
• Conduct legal research, draft motions and briefs, and present arguments in hearings and trials as necessary.
• Communicate regularly with clients to provide case updates, legal advice, and practical risk management recommendations.
• Work with experts, consultants, and outside counsel to strengthen defenses, prepare expert reports, and coordinate litigation support.
• Negotiate settlements and alternative dispute resolution, including mediations and arbitrations, to resolve matters efficiently when appropriate.
• Maintain organized case files, manage deadlines, and ensure compliance with court rules and firm policies.
• Supervise and mentor junior attorneys and associates, delegating tasks, reviewing work product, and supporting professional development.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school and active bar admission in the relevant jurisdiction (required).
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills, with the ability to prepare persuasive pleadings and briefs.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and client counseling skills; ability to defend client interests effectively.
• Proven ability to manage a busy caseload, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience supervising or mentoring associates or support staff (nice to have).
• Professional demeanor, ethical standards, and ability to work collaboratively with teams and external partners.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Holidays
• 401k
• Growth Opportunity
• Bonus

- 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 06/16/2026 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

$85000 - $125000 USD per year