Insurance Defense / General Liability Defense Attorney

Law firm; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

A top law firm in San Diego, CA seeks an Associate Attorney with 2 to 12 years of general liability and insurance defense experience to join its team. The role focuses on complex litigation in a collaborative, client-focused environment.

Responsibilities include managing pleadings, discovery, depositions, motions, and trial preparation; conducting legal research; representing clients in court, mediations, and arbitrations; and working with senior attorneys and partners to develop litigation

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• 2–12 years of experience in general liability and/or insurance defense.
• Active license/in good standing to practice law.
• Strong analytical, research, and writing skills.
• Excellent communication and advocacy skills.
• Ability to manage multiple cases and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of litigation, including pleadings, discovery, and trial preparation.
• Conduct legal research and draft memoranda, pleadings, and motions.
• Represent clients in court appearances, mediations, and arbitrations.
• Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, and insurers.
• Develop litigation strategies and work with senior attorneys and partners.

Skills

Litigation

Legal research

Writing

Communication

Case management

Education

J.D.

Job description

My client, a top law firm, is seeking a motivated Associate Attorney with 2 to 12 years of experience to join their team in San Diego, CA

This position will focus on general liability/insurance defense, providing a unique opportunity to handle complex cases in a collaborative and client-focused environment

Key Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of litigation, including pleadings, discovery, depositions, motion practice, and trial preparation
• Conduct legal research and draft memoranda, pleadings, and motion
• Represent clients in court appearances, mediations, and arbitration
• Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, and insurance carrier
• Develop litigation strategies and work closely with senior attorneys and partner

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school
• 2 – 12 years of experience in general liability and/or insurance defense
• Active license/ In good standing to practice law
• Strong analytical, research, and writing skill
• Excellent communication and advocacy skill
• Ability to manage multiple cases and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Salary and Other Compensation

The annual salary for this position is between $150k-220k base. Factors which may affect pay within this range include geography/market, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate.