Associate Attorney - Civil/Subrogation

Michael Sullivan & Associates; Orange (CA); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

Quarterly bonuses

Accelerated partnership track

Professional development

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Michael Sullivan & Associates LLP in California seeks an experienced Attorney (5+ years) specializing in Civil Litigation and Subrogation to join our premier workers’ compensation practice. You will identify third-party liability, pursue recovery actions, and help insurers recoup funds tied to claims.

This hybrid role offers a competitive compensation package with quarterly bonuses, an accelerated path to partnership, and ongoing professional development including access to Sullivan on Comp.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of civil litigation experience with emphasis on subrogation and workers’ compensation.
• Strong research, analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Proven ability to manage complex cases proactively and independently.

Responsibilities

• Identify third-party liability and pursue recovery opportunities in complex claims.
• Manage subrogation and civil litigation matters from inception through resolution, including discovery, negotiations, and hearings.
• Collaborate with insurers, employers, and TPAs to integrate subrogation into broader claims strategies.

Skills

Civil litigation

Subrogation

Negotiation

Legal research

Communication

Education

J.D. - California Bar

Job description

$150,000.00 To $200,000.00 Annually

Michael Sullivan & Associates LLP is a leading litigation defense firm serving the Workers’ Compensation industry, known for delivering exceptional legal value, thought leadership (including the renowned Sullivan on Comp treatise), and rapid growth since 1996.

We are seeking a seasoned Attorney (5+ years’ experience) specializing in Civil Litigation & Insurance Subrogation to join our dynamic team. This role is ideal for a strategic, forward-thinking litigator who thrives on maximizing recovery and driving results.

About the Role

You will play a critical role in our subrogation practice—an essential component of every workers’ compensation strategy. You’ll identify third-party liability, pursue recovery actions, and help insurers and self-insured employers recoup funds tied to claims. Your work will directly impact clients’ financial outcomes by reducing claim costs and strengthening program performance.

Key Focus Areas

• Workers’ Compensation Subrogation: Identify and pursue third-party recovery opportunities in complex claims
• Property Damage Subrogation: Recover losses arising from third-party negligence or fault
• Civil Litigation: Manage cases from inception through resolution, including discovery, negotiations, and hearings
• Client Collaboration: Work closely with insurers, employers, and TPAs to integrate subrogation into broader claims strategies

Why Join Us

• Hybrid work environment with flexibility and autonomy
• Competitive compensation with quarterly bonus opportunities
• Accelerated partnership track in a high-growth firm
• Continuous training and professional development (including access to Sullivan on Comp)
• Strong benefits package, retirement plan with employer match, and generous PTO

What We’re Looking For

• JD and active membership with the State Bar of California
• 5+ years of civil litigation experience, with a strong emphasis on subrogation
• Excellent research, analytical, negotiation, and communication skills
• Proven ability to manage complex cases proactively and independently

At Michael Sullivan & Associates, subrogation isn’t an afterthought—it’s a core strategy. Join us and help turn recovery into a powerful advantage for our clients.