Associate - Insurance Defense - California - 190K

We Are Legal Revolution; California; Remote; USD 171,000 - 209,000; Full time

Job summary

We Are Legal Revolution is seeking an Insurance Defense Litigation Associate in California for real trial experience from day one. This role offers a clear path to partnership within a collaborative, mentorship-driven firm and includes remote options for OC or the Bay Area.

The position focuses on defending insurer and business clients across a broad spectrum of matters, providing genuine responsibility, client visibility, and long-term growth in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of insurance defense litigation experience.
• Strong case-handling skills including motions, discovery, depositions, and trial prep.
• Interest in developing as a courtroom advocate and client-facing litigator.

Responsibilities

• Defend insurer and business clients in a range of litigation matters.
• Manage cases through motions, discovery, depositions, and trial preparation.
• Maintain proactive client communication and contribute to case strategy.

Skills

Insurance defense

Litigation experience

Trial preparation

Motions & discovery

Job description

NEW IN - Insurance Defense Litigation Associate | Real Trial Experience from Day One | Clear Path to Partnership | Up to $190K + Bonus | Remote – OC or Bay Area

We’re representing a highly regarded California litigation firm with a longstanding presence in the market, strong attorney retention, and a genuinely collaborative culture. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated litigator to gain meaningful courtroom exposure, build direct client relationships, and grow within a team that values mentorship, transparency, and hands‑on development.

The practice is focused on a broad range of insurance defense matters, and the firm is looking for someone who wants more than just a back‑office drafting role. This is a position for an associate who wants real responsibility, client visibility, and a long‑term platform for growth.

Highlights:

• Real Trial Exposure — Opportunity for genuine hands‑on litigation experience, including substantive involvement in trial preparation and courtroom advocacy
• Client‑Facing Responsibility — Work directly with insurer and business clients on case strategy, reporting, and resolution
• Stable, Supportive Platform — Join a well‑established firm with a strong reputation, long‑term client relationships, and a team‑oriented environment
• Clear Route to Advancement — Strong long‑term progression for associates who show initiative, ownership, and strong client service
• Collaborative Culture — Supportive team structure with mentorship, transparency, and meaningful day‑to‑day involvement

The role:

• Defend insurer and business clients in a range of litigation matters, including premises liability, transportation, construction‑related disputes, product liability, and general liability claims
• Manage cases through key stages of litigation, including motions, written discovery, depositions, and trial preparation
• Maintain proactive client communication and contribute to case strategy and resolution
• Base salary up to $190,000 depending on experience
• Reimbursement for professional expenses

Salary & Benefits:

• 2+ years of insurance defense litigation experience
• Strong case‑handling skills, including motions, discovery, depositions, and trial prep
• Interest in developing as a courtroom advocate and client‑facing litigator

Preferred:

Experience with premises liability, transportation, construction defect, product liability, or broader general liability defense matters

Location:

• Southern California or Bay Area
• Fully Remote

All inquiries strictly confidential.

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