Insurance Defense Attorney

Ascendion; San Francisco (CA); Remote; USD 69,000 - 113,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic legal team as an Insurance Defense Associate at a firm renowned for its excellence and client satisfaction. This role offers the unique opportunity to work remotely while managing a diverse caseload of insurance defense matters. With a focus on innovation and effective legal strategies, you will collaborate with experienced attorneys, conduct legal research, and represent clients in various legal proceedings. This is a chance to grow professionally in a supportive environment that values work-life balance and fosters career advancement. If you are passionate about making a difference in the legal field, we encourage you to apply.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Work-life balance

Professional growth opportunities

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of experience in insurance defense, particularly in medical malpractice.
• Strong analytical and writing skills essential for managing cases.

Responsibilities

• Manage insurance defense caseload, including medical malpractice claims.
• Conduct legal research and prepare motions for court.

Skills

Insurance Defense

Medical Malpractice

Legal Research

Litigation

Writing Skills

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Active membership in the California State Bar

Job description

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Job Description: Insurance Defense Associate

Are you an experienced Insurance Defense Attorney looking to join a dynamic legal team? We are seeking talented 2-5+ year associates with a background in insurance defense, medical malpractice, or slip and fall cases to join a thriving law firm serving clients across the San Francisco Bay Area.

This role offers the flexibility of remote work while requiring the ability to attend court appearances in the Bay Area as needed.

About Us

Our firm has built an excellent reputation for delivering unsurpassed legal services with a focus on being experienced, efficient, and effective. Our extraordinary client satisfaction stems from a commitment to excellence and innovation, which have been the cornerstone of our work for over 100 years.

We emphasize vision and innovation, helping our clients achieve success in even the most complex legal challenges. Our longevity and accomplishments speak for themselves.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of insurance defense matters, including medical malpractice and slip and fall claims.
• Conduct legal research, draft pleadings, and prepare motions.
• Handle all aspects of litigation, including discovery, depositions, and trial preparation.
• Represent clients in court, mediations, and arbitrations.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys and clients to develop case strategies.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Active membership in the California State Bar.
• 2-5 years of experience in insurance defense, preferably in medical malpractice or slip and fall cases.
• Strong analytical, research, and writing skills.
• Ability to manage multiple cases effectively and meet deadlines.
• Willingness to appear in court as needed in the SF Bay Area.

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity for professional growth in a supportive team environment.
• Work-life balance with remote flexibility.
• A streamlined interview process – 1 and done!
• Location: Remote with occasional Bay Area court appearances
• Billable Hours Requirement: Minimum 1900 hours annually

If you are a dedicated legal professional passionate about insurance defense and interested in joining a firm with a longstanding reputation for excellence, we encourage you to apply.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Legal

• Industries

  Legal Services

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Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

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