Insurance Defense Litigation Attorney

Clausen Miller Pc; United States; Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) / Profit Sharing

Medical / Dental / Vision

Vacation / Sick Time

Life Insurance

Short & Long Term Disability

EAP w/ Mental Health and Wellness

Job summary

Claisen Miller P.C. is seeking an Insurance Defense Litigation Attorney for its California office, with Associate and Partner levels considered. Candidates need excellent writing and analytical skills and experience in discovery, depositions, mediations, motions, and trial prep.

Remote or hybrid work in California is available, with salary $120,000–$175,000 per year depending on experience. The role offers a professional and friendly environment, direct partner access, and a comprehensive

Qualifications

• Active CA bar and good standing required.
• Strong writing and analytical skills essential.
• Experience with construction defect, commercial and professional liability preferred.
• Ability to work remote or hybrid within California.

Responsibilities

• Draft and respond to discovery requests.
• Prepare for and conduct depositions.
• Manage mediations and motions.
• Assist with trial preparation and client matters.

Skills

Litigation experience

Discovery drafting

Deposition experience

Mediation experience

Trial preparation

Legal writing

Education

Active California Bar

Job description

Clausen Miller P.C. is seeking a highly qualified Insurance Defense Litigation Attorney for its California office. Seeking both Associate and Partner level applicants. All candidates must have excellent writing and analytical skills, together with experience in drafting and responding to discovery, preparing for and conducting depositions, mediations, motions and trial preparation. Exceptional candidates will have experience defending construction defect, commercial, general and professional liability matters, and familiarity with standard legal billing practices. All candidates must have an active license to practice law in the state of California and be a member in good standing with the state bar.

This role can be fully remote or a flexible hybrid work environment (3 in-office / 2 remote days per week) but candidate must reside in the state of California.

Salary range for this position is $120,000 to $175,000 per year, commensurate with experience.

Clausen Miller prides itself on providing both a professional and friendly work environment. Our attorneys gain meaningful, hands-on experience with direct access to partners and client-facing responsibility.

We offer employees competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefit package which includes:

• 401(k) / Profit Sharing
• Med / Den / Vis insurance
• Vacation / Sick Time
• Life Insurance
• Short & Long Term Disability Coverage
• EAP w/ Mental Health and Wellness Programs