Associate Attorney

Jobot; Newport Beach (CA); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid remote

Bonus program

Supportive staff

Job summary

Jobot is seeking an experienced Permanent Associate Attorney to join our insurance defense team in California. The role focuses on representing clients in complex defense matters, conducting research, drafting pleadings, and arguing motions.

You will work with a collaborative team across the litigation lifecycle, including depositions, mediations, arbitrations, and trials, while providing strategic guidance to clients and staying current on evolving law and ethics.

Qualifications

• Requires Juris Doctorate and active State Bar license.
• Minimum 5 years of insurance defense experience.
• Strong research, writing, and case management abilities.
• Excellent communication, ethics, and professional integrity.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal representation in insurance defense cases, draft pleadings and memoranda.
• Develop legal strategies with the team for complex matters.
• Manage depositions, mediations, arbitrations, and trials.
• Advise clients on rights, risks, and opportunities.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Case management

Communication

Ethics

Education

Juris Doctorate (JD)

Tools

Legal software

Job description

Remote Civil Litigation Defense Role!

Salary: $180,000 - $300,000 per year

A bit about us

We are seeking an experienced Permanent Associate Attorney to join our dynamic legal team. This role is ideal for a motivated self-starter who is passionate about insurance defense and has a strong desire to make a significant impact in the field. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work on a variety of complex cases, providing legal advice and representation to our clients. This position offers a competitive salary and benefits package, along with the opportunity for professional growth and advancement within our firm.

Why join us?

• Hybrid remote or remote!
• 1800 billables
• Amazing bonus program
• Supportive staff
• Friendly team
• Organized firm
• Great technology

Job Details

1. Providing legal representation to clients in insurance defense cases, including conducting legal research, drafting pleadings and legal memoranda, and preparing and arguing motions.
2. Collaborating with our team of attorneys to develop legal strategies and tactics for complex cases.
3. Participating in all aspects of litigation, including depositions, mediations, arbitrations, and trials.
4. Advising clients on their legal rights and obligations, as well as potential legal risks and opportunities.
5. Maintaining up-to-date knowledge of legal developments in the field of insurance defense.
6. Ensuring compliance with all legal and ethical standards, as well as firm policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the State Bar and in good standing.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in insurance defense, with a proven track record of success.
• Exceptional legal research and writing skills.
• Ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines, with strong attention to detail.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with clients, colleagues, and other stakeholders.
• High level of integrity and professional ethics.
• Proficiency in using legal software and technology to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.

If you are passionate about insurance defense and want to take your career to the next level, we invite you to apply for the Associate Attorney position. This is a unique opportunity to be part of a supportive, collaborative team that values professional growth and development.

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