Litigation Senior Associate | REMOTE

Larson Maddox; California (MO); Hybrid; USD 230,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

Larson Maddox presents a REMOTE opportunity in California for a Litigation Senior Associate with 7–12 years of insurance defense experience. The hire will independently manage a caseload of sophisticated matters from inception through resolution in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate excels in written advocacy, strategic analysis, and mentoring junior attorneys, while maintaining strong client relationships and ensuring rigorous discovery and trial preparation.

Qualifications

• Active California Bar in good standing required.
• 7–12 years of insurance defense litigation experience.
• Experience managing all phases of complex litigation.

Responsibilities

• Independently manage 10–20 insurance defense matters.
• Conduct claim investigations and develop case strategies.
• Draft, respond to, and manage written discovery.
• Review, analyze and prepare documents for production.
• Conduct legal research and prepare case analyses.
• Take and defend depositions of experts and fact witnesses.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs and other filings.
• Attend hearings, argue motions and advocate for clients.
• Prepare pre-trial filings and trial materials.
• Handle mediations and settlement conferences; assist trial prep.
• Maintain proactive communication with clients and carriers.
• Supervise and mentor associates and paralegals.

Skills

Deposition handling

Legal writing

Oral advocacy

Research & analysis

Leadership mentoring

Education

California Bar admission

Job description

Litigation Senior Associate | REMOTE (PR/604606) Irvine, California

Salary: USD230000 - USD250000 per annum

An international recognized law firm is seeking an experienced Senior Assocaite to join its team remotely in the state of California. This opportunity is ideal for a highly motivated insurance defense attorney with a minimum of 7-12 years of litigation experience who thrives in a sophisticated, fast-paced environment and is capable of independently managing complex matters from inception through resolution.

The ideal candidate is a strong litigator, exceptional legal writer, and strategic thinker who can confidently handle all phases of litigation while mentoring junior attorneys and serving as a trusted advisor to clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Independently manage a caseload of approximately 10-20 insurance defense matters.
• Conduct thorough claim investigations and develop case strategies.
• Draft, respond to, and manage all aspects of written discovery.
• Review, analyze, and prepare documents for production.
• Conduct legal research and prepare case analyses.
• Take and defend depositions, including expert and fact witness examinations.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and other substantive filings.
• Attend hearings, argue motions, and advocate on behalf of clients.
• Prepare pre-trial filings and trial materials.
• Handle mediations, settlement conferences, and trial preparation.
• Maintain proactive communication and reporting with clients and carriers.
• Supervise/collaborate and mentor associates, paralegals, and other legal professionals.

Qualifications

• Resides in California and is an active membership in good standing with the California Bar.
• Minimum of 7-12 years of insurance defense litigation experience.
• Demonstrated experience handling all phases of complex litigation.
• Strong deposition, motion practice, mediation, and trial preparation skills.
• Exceptional legal writing, research, and analytical abilities.
• Effective oral advocacy and courtroom presence.
• Outstanding client relationship and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong leadership skills with experience mentoring junior attorneys and staff.
• Solutions-oriented mindset with the ability to identify issues and drive results.
• Capable of traveling for trial

Why Join?

This is an opportunity to join a highly respected litigation practice offering sophisticated insurance defense work, significant responsibility, strong resources, and a collaborative environment. Attorneys benefit from meaningful client interaction, leadership opportunities, and a platform designed to support both professional success and work-life flexibility.

The firm is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace and welcomes qualified candidates from all backgrounds. Compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, location, and overall fit for the role.