Litigation Associate-Insurance Defense

Larson Maddox; Las Vegas (NV); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid or remote work flexibility

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Larson Maddox is representing a leading AM Law 100 firm seeking a Litigation Associate in Las Vegas, NV. The role focuses on sophisticated insurance defense and civil litigation with meaningful responsibility and client exposure.

Ideal candidates will have a J.D., active Nevada bar admission, and 2+ years in litigation, with strong writing and advocacy skills. Hybrid or remote work options are available for this position.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Active Nevada bar admission.
• 2+ years of litigation experience preferred.
• Experience handling insurance defense, general liability, transportation, premises liability, construction defect, product liability, or commercial litigation matters.
• Strong writing, analytical, and advocacy skills.
• Ability to manage multiple matters in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse caseload of insurance defense and civil litigation matters.
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, and other litigation-related documents.
• Take and defend depositions.
• Attend hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and trials.
• Conduct legal research and develop case strategy.
• Collaborate with partners and clients throughout all phases of litigation.
• Maintain regular communication with clients, experts, and opposing counsel.

Skills

Litigation

Legal Writing

Research

Communication

Education

J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school

Job description

Litigation Associate | Insurance Defense

Las Vegas, NV

Our client, an AM Law 100 firm and one of the nation's leading defense litigation firms is seeking a Litigation Associate to join its growing Las Vegas office. This opportunity is ideal for attorneys interested in handling sophisticated insurance defense and civil litigation matters while gaining meaningful responsibility and client exposure.

Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse caseload of insurance defense and civil litigation matters
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, and other litigation-related documents
• Take and defend depositions
• Attend hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and trials
• Conduct legal research and develop case strategy
• Collaborate with partners and clients throughout all phases of litigation
• Maintain regular communication with clients, experts, and opposing counsel

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school
• Active Nevada bar admission
• 2+ years of litigation experience preferred
• Experience handling insurance defense, general liability, transportation, premises liability, construction defect, product liability, or commercial litigation matters
• Strong writing, analytical, and advocacy skills
• Ability to manage multiple matters in a fast-paced environment

What They Offer

• Competitive compensation and bonus opportunities
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Hybrid or remote work flexibility
• Direct client interaction and substantive litigation responsibilities
• Opportunity to work on high-exposure and complex litigation matters