FULL REMOTE - General Liability Attorney

Law Firms; California; On-site; USD 220,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Life insurance

Long-term disability insurance

Short-term disability insurance

2 to 3 weeks paid time off

Job summary

Law Firms in California seeks a General Liability Attorney (Civil Litigation) with strong experience in managing general liability matters, including case management and trial preparation. The position requires a California-licensed JD with 2+ years in liability/insurance defense litigation.

You will handle settlements, negotiations, hearings, depositions, and court appearances, collaborating closely with paralegals and staff to advance cases from evaluation through resolution.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Active California license to practice law.
• 2+ years of general liability/insurance defense litigation experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse caseload of general liability matters, including premises liability and other negligence claims.
• Develop case strategies, evaluate legal risks, and assess the strength of claims for clients and opposing parties.
• Represent clients in settlements, hearings, depositions, and court proceedings with regular updates and strategic advice.
• Conduct in-depth legal research to support case strategy and draft pleadings, motions, discovery, and other documents.
• Negotiate settlements to secure favorable outcomes while prioritizing clients' interests.
• Collaborate with paralegals and staff to ensure smooth case progression and effective communication.
• Oversee trial preparation and management of expert witnesses and evidence presentation.

Skills

Case management

Litigation

Legal research

Negotiation

Client communication

Team collaboration

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

Job description

Job Description: General Liability Attorney (Civil Litigation)

Position Summary:

Our client is seeking a highly skilled and motivated General Liability Attorney (Civil Litigation) to join their growing team in California. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in general liability litigation, including managing claims, evaluating risks, and defending clients against a wide range of liability issues. As a General Liability Attorney, you will play a crucial role in representing clients through all phases of litigation, from initial case evaluation to trial preparation and resolution.

Key Responsibilities:

• Case Management: Manage a diverse caseload of general liability matters, including slip and fall accidents, premises liability, construction defects, and other claims related to negligence.
• Litigation Strategy: Develop case strategies, evaluate legal risks, and assess the strength of claims for both clients and opposing parties.
• Client Representation: Represent clients in settlement negotiations, hearings, depositions, and court proceedings. Maintain regular client communication to provide updates and offer strategic legal advice.
• Legal Research & Documentation: Conduct in-depth legal research to support case strategy and prepare pleadings, motions, discovery, and other essential legal documents.
• Settlement Negotiation: Negotiate settlements to secure favorable outcomes for clients while maintaining a focus on their best interests.
• Team Collaboration: Work closely with paralegals, legal assistants, and other members of the firm to ensure smooth case progression and effective communication.
• Court Appearances & Trial Preparation: Represent clients in litigation, including attending court hearings, arbitrations, and trials. Oversee trial preparation, including the management of expert witnesses and evidence presentation.

Qualifications:

• Education: Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• License: Active license to practice law in California.
• 2+ years of experience in general liability/insurance defense litigation or a similar practice area.

Salary and Other Compensation:

The annual salary for this position is between [$220,000 – $250,000 annually]. Factors which may affect pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

Benefits:

The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:

• [medical insurance]
• [dental insurance]
• [vision insurance]
• [401(k) retirement plan]
• [life insurance]
• [long-term disability insurance]
• [short-term disability insurance]
• [2 to 3 weeks of paid time off]