Associate Attorney (Insurance Defense)

Insurance Defense Associate Attorney
Our firm is seeking an Insurance Defense Associate Attorney with 1–3 years of litigation experience to join its growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney looking to build a strong litigation practice within a respected, multi-state law firm.
The ideal candidate will have some experience with insurance coverage or a strong interest in developing expertise in insurance coverage assignments and coverage litigation. Candidates with broader civil litigation or insurance defense experience are encouraged to apply.
The Opportunity

Handle a variety of insurance defense and coverage matters.
Assist with insurance coverage assignments and coverage litigation.
Work on professional liability and construction defect matters.
Conduct legal research and draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and other legal documents.
Participate in discovery, depositions, mediations, hearings, and other stages of litigation.
Work closely with experienced attorneys while taking increasing responsibility for your matters.
Develop strong relationships with clients and insurance professionals.
Build a broad litigation skill set with opportunities for continued professional growth.
Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Active license and good standing with the Arizona state bar.
• 1–3 years of litigation experience.
• Insurance defense or insurance coverage experience is preferred, but not required.
• Strong interest in insurance coverage work and coverage litigation.
• Excellent research, writing, analytical, and communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage competing deadlines.
• Motivated to develop as a litigator and build a long-term career with the firm.

Compensation & Benefits

• $115,000–$135,000 base salary
• Bonus program
• Comprehensive benefits package
• 1,800 annual billable hour expectation
• Hybrid schedule with 3 days per week in the office
• Opportunity for long-term advancement and partnership

Why This Opportunity
This is a great opportunity for a newer attorney who wants to develop into a well-rounded litigator without being lost in a massive firm environment. The firm has a genuinely collegial culture, meaningful opportunities for advancement, and a strong track record of promoting attorneys internally.
If you're a 1–3 year attorney with litigation experience and are interested in developing a career in insurance defense, insurance coverage, professional liability, and construction defect litigation, we'd like to hear from you. Reach out with any questions.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.