Kay Search Group - Litigation Attorney (Fully Remote)

Kay Search Group; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 171,000 - 209,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

401(k)

Job summary

Kay Search Group is seeking an experienced Litigation Attorney for a fully remote role with occasional on-site work near the Los Angeles area. You will handle a diverse insurance defense caseload, craft pleadings and manage all phases of discovery while collaborating with a team of attorneys and clients.

The ideal candidate has a J.D., California license, 4+ years in insurance defense, and strong research, writing and advocacy skills suitable for independent handling in a remote environment.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school and California license.
• 4+ years of insurance defense litigation experience in a law firm.
• Experience managing civil litigation through discovery, depositions, motions and resolution.
• Strong research, writing and oral advocacy skills; able to work independently in a fully remote setup.

Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse insurance defense caseload from inception through resolution.
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery responses and other litigation documents.
• Oversee all phases of discovery, depositions and disputes.
• Conduct legal research on insurance coverage, liability and damages.
• Prepare for and participate in depositions, hearings and mediations.
• Communicate with carriers, clients, opposing counsel and experts; meet deadlines and coordinate with team.

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree

Job description

POSITION

Litigation Attorney (Fully Remote)

LOCATION

California (Fully Remote; must be locate in close proximity to the Los Angeles area; approximately one day per month on site as needed)

COMPENSATION

Base salary up to $190,000, bonus and sign-on bonus eligible, comprehensive benefits, and 401(k), etc.

Overview For Litigation Attorney

Join a growing insurance defense practice in the Los Angeles area as a Litigation Attorney in a fully remote role. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced litigator to handle a diverse caseload of complex insurance defense matters while working closely with a collaborative team of attorneys and legal professionals. The ideal candidate is a strong advocate with solid litigation experience who can independently manage matters while maintaining strong relationships with clients and colleagues.

Responsibilities For Litigation Attorney

• Manage a diverse caseload of insurance defense litigation matters from inception through resolution, including developing case strategy and advising clients on litigation risks
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery responses, memoranda, correspondence, and other litigation documents
• Manage all phases of discovery, including written discovery, document review, depositions, and discovery disputes
• Conduct legal research and analysis regarding insurance coverage, liability, damages, and applicable state and federal law
• Prepare for and participate in depositions, hearings, mediations, settlement conferences, and other court proceedings
• Communicate directly with insurance carriers, clients, opposing counsel, experts, and other parties throughout the litigation process
• Collaborate with attorneys and support staff to manage deadlines, develop case strategy, and efficiently resolve matters

Qualifications For Litigation Attorney

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school and active license to practice law in California
• 4+ years of insurance experience in a law firm environment
• Experience managing civil litigation matters through multiple stages of the litigation lifecycle, including discovery, depositions, motion practice, and resolution
• Strong background in insurance defense litigation, with experience in areas such as personal injury, professional liability, construction, transportation, products liability, or other complex civil litigation
• Strong legal research, writing, analytical, and oral advocacy skills with the ability to independently develop and execute litigation strategy
• Excellent case management and communication skills with the ability to manage multiple matters, competing deadlines, and client expectations in a fully remote environment