Attorney

Professional Search Group - OC; Irvine (CA); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Discretionary annual bonus

Unlimited PTO

Parental leave

Term life and disability insurance

Cell phone and laptop provided

Job summary

A respected law firm in Irvine is seeking an experienced Insurance Defense/Personal Injury Attorney with 7–9+ years of experience. This role involves managing a busy caseload, mentoring associates, and working in a hybrid/remote environment. Candidates should have strong advocacy skills and a proven track record in litigation. The position offers a starting salary of $200,000+ along with comprehensive health benefits, 401(k) matching, unlimited PTO, and more.

Qualifications

• 7–9+ years of insurance defense and/or personal injury litigation experience.
• Proven experience managing cases from inception through trial.

Responsibilities

• Draft, prepare, and argue motions, oppositions, and reply briefs in state courts and arbitration forums.
• Conduct and defend depositions.
• Prepare and respond to written discovery, including subpoenas.
• Review and analyze documents from opposing counsel, clients, and third parties.
• Draft settlement agreements and negotiate resolutions.
• Conduct voir dire and examine witnesses at trial.
• Supervise associates and paralegals.

Skills

Strong written and oral advocacy skills

Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume practice

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Job description

Professional Search Group OC is partnering with a highly respected Orange County litigation boutique to identify an experienced Insurance Defense/Personal Injury Attorney (7–9+ years) to join their growing team.

Our client is an established litigation and transactional firm known for its collaborative culture, sophisticated casework, and long-standing client relationships. This opportunity offers the ability to independently manage a busy insurance defense/personal injury docket from inception through trial for one of the firm’s most valued clients.

The ideal candidate will take full ownership of a fast-paced caseload of approximately 50 matters, handling all phases of litigation while maintaining clear and professional communication with insurance adjusters, witnesses, medical providers, and court personnel. This role also includes mentoring and supervising associates and support staff in a hybrid/remote environment with professionalism and respect.

Insurance Defense/Personal Injury Attorney Responsibilities

• Draft, prepare, and argue motions, oppositions, and reply briefs in state courts and arbitration forums
• Conduct and defend depositions
• Prepare and respond to written discovery, including subpoenas
• Review and analyze documents from opposing counsel, clients, and third parties
• Draft settlement agreements and negotiate resolutions
• Prepare pretrial documents, motions in limine, and deposition summaries
• Conduct voir dire, deliver opening/closing arguments, and examine witnesses at trial
• Develop litigation strategy in collaboration with clients for higher-exposure matters while independently managing lower-value cases
• Perform legal research and analysis of case law and statutes
• Supervise associates, paralegals, and legal assistants
• Accurately and promptly record billable time

Insurance Defense/Personal Injury Attorney Qualifications

• 7–9+ years of insurance defense and/or personal injury litigation experience
• J.D. from an accredited law school
• Proven experience managing cases from inception through trial
• Strong written and oral advocacy skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume practice
• Base salary starting at $200,000+ (DOE)
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• FSA/DCA accounts
• Discretionary annual bonus
• Unlimited PTO
• Parental leave
• Term life and disability insurance
• Annual retreats and firm events
• Cell phone and laptop provided
• Office space available for local Irvine candidates

Apply with Professional Search Group OC today!