Associate Attorney - Public Entity & Injury Defense (Remote)

Jobot; Glendale (CA); Remote; USD 130,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Health insurance

Vision insurance

PTO 17 days

Quarterly bonus $75/hr

160 billable hours/mo

Remote-friendly

Job summary

Jobot in California is seeking a Civil Litigation Attorney with 2+ years of civil defense experience to join a Riverside/Glendale-based firm. The role emphasizes defense strategy, client communication, and court appearances, with flexible work-from-home options.

The ideal candidate holds a CA Bar license, has strong negotiation and research skills, and is comfortable drafting pleadings and managing depositions. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits are available.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school.
• 2+ years of civil litigation, insurance defense, personal injury, or public entity defense.
• Active California Bar License.
• Strong knowledge of civil defense and insurance defense procedures.
• Excellent negotiation, problem-solving, and communication skills; strong advocacy in court.
• Proficiency with legal research software and Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in Civil Defense Litigation across various entities.
• Conduct legal research, draft pleadings, motions, and briefs.
• Manage depositions, hearings, trials, and mediations.
• Develop defense strategies, negotiate settlements, and appear in court.
• Collaborate with team to ensure comprehensive defense.
• Maintain regular client communication and provide case updates.
• Ensure compliance with legal standards and regulations.

Skills

Civil litigation experience

Active CA Bar License

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Legal research proficiency

Education

Juris Doctorate (JD)

Tools

Legal research software

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Jobot in California is seeking a Civil Litigation Attorney with 2+ years of civil defense experience to join a Riverside/Glendale-based firm. The role emphasizes defense strategy, client communication, and court appearances, with flexible work-from-home options.

The ideal candidate holds a CA Bar license, has strong negotiation and research skills, and is comfortable drafting pleadings and managing depositions. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits are available.