Insurance Defense Attorney

Career Consulting Partners

Legal Associate Attorney managing civil litigation and insurance defense work for a prestigious law firm. Seeking candidates with 3-5 years experience in civil litigation and insurance defense.

Posted 7/15/2026full-timeWoodland Hills • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $140,000 - $195,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in civil litigation and insurance defense, with strong capabilities in legal writing, research, and negotiation. Proven ability to manage high-volume caseloads and maintain effective communication with clients and stakeholders.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Civil Litigation ExperienceInsurance Defense ExpertiseJuris Doctor (J.D.) DegreeDeposition ManagementLegal Writing Skills

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Hard Skills

Civil LitigationInsurance DefenseLegal ResearchPleadings PreparationMotions PreparationDiscovery ManagementNegotiationCase ManagementDeposition TakingMediation Attendance

Soft Skills

Client CommunicationProfessionalismNegotiation Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

Active Membership in State Bar of California

Industry Keywords

Billable Hour TargetsTask-Based BillingInsurance Carrier Reporting Guidelines

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Independently handle civil litigation and insurance defense files from inception to resolution, with appropriate partner support.
Take and defend depositions; attend court hearings, mediations, and arbitrations.
Prepare high-quality pleadings, motions, discovery, and substantive legal research.
Develop defense strategies, manage discovery, and negotiate settlements.
Maintain direct, professional contact with clients, insurance carriers, opposing counsel, and experts.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school
Active membership in good standing with the State Bar of California
3–5 years of civil litigation experience, with a strong preference for insurance defense.
Demonstrated experience taking/defending depositions, arguing motions, and managing written discovery.
Ability to independently manage a high-volume caseload from inception to resolution.
Familiarity with billable hour targets, task-based billing, and insurance carrier reporting guidelines.
Exceptional legal writing, research, and negotiation skills, with a track record of effective client communication.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Quarterly performance-based bonuses
Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, 401(k), and more
Paid vacation and sick leave after a brief probationary period
A respectful, collegial environment that supports work-life balance and long-term career satisfaction