Associate Attorney

Wood, Smith, Henning & Berman LLP; Ontario (CA); Remote; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses possible

Medical insurance

Dental and vision

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Flexible spending account

Unlimited PTO

Work from home

Referral program

Job summary

Wood, Smith, Henning & Berman LLP in Ontario seeks an associate attorney with at least 1 year of experience. California licensure is required. The role covers employment, personal injury and general liability litigation, with close collaboration with lead attorneys on all phases from rapid response to trial.

We offer a flexible work-from-home policy, strong research and writing expectations, and a competitive salary with bonus potential along with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Licensed attorney in California with at least 1 year of experience.
• Strong research and writing capabilities are essential.
• Ability to work with lead attorneys across litigation phases.

Responsibilities

• Assist in employment, personal injury and general liability litigation.
• Collaborate with lead attorneys on investigations, discovery, depositions and trials.
• Prepare case evaluations and reporting; contribute to strategy and objectives.

Skills

Research skills

Writing skills

Communication

Job description

The Ontario office of WSHB, a national civil litigation defense firm, is looking for associate applicants with at least 1 year of experience as an attorney for its expanding employment, personal injury and general liability litigation groups. You must be licensed in California - no exceptions.

As the ‘go to’ litigation firm for dozens of domestic and international insurance carriers, as well as many large private clients, WSHB attorneys handle a wide-spectrum of matters. On a daily basis, associates work closely with lead attorneys on all phases of litigation, from rapid response investigations following catastrophic losses, case evaluation and reporting, discovery and depositions, through trial presentation, with an emphasis on strategic thinking to meet client objectives. Recognized nationally for its commitment to diversity and an inclusive atmosphere, WSHB provides attorneys a flexible work from home policy and the opportunity to collaborate with lead attorneys across offices as well as across a variety of practice areas. Excellent research and writing skills are a must. Experience in insurance defense litigation and general familiarity with carrier billing and reporting guidelines is preferred. Join an innovative firm and team of attorneys with a reputation for professional excellence that offer the flexibility and casualness of the modern legal practice.

Salary depends on experience.

Benefits include:

• A competitive salary package, including the potential for bonuses
• Insurance including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and a flexible spending account
• Unlimited PTO
• A flexible work from home policy
• Referral program