New In| Insurance Coverage & Bad Faith Litigation Associate Attorney | Join a C

Mediabistro; Fontana (CA); Remote; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading boutique litigation firm is seeking an Associate Attorney specializing in insurance coverage and bad faith litigation. Known for promoting work-life balance and sustainable hours, the firm offers a competitive salary and profit-sharing bonus structure. Ideal candidates will have experience in litigation and strong analytical skills, valuing autonomy and a collaborative culture.

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Profit-sharing bonus structure

Discretionary bonus potential

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in insurance coverage and / or bad faith litigation defense.
• Strong legal writing and analytical skills.
• Values independence and a healthier pace of legal life.

Responsibilities

• Analyze insurance policies and advise insurers on complex coverage issues.
• Draft detailed coverage opinions and defend carriers in bad faith actions.
• Manage own caseload with support from experienced partners.

Skills

Legal writing

Analytical skills

Job description

New In| Insurance Coverage & Bad Faith Litigation Associate Attorney | Join a Chambers USA-Ranked Boutique | True work Life balance 1600 | Up to $200k + Bonus | LA / OC- REMOTE

A highly respected boutique litigation firm with a national reputation in insurance coverage and bad faith litigation (defense-side). Known for its high-impact casework and strong firm culture, Pacific offers the rare combination of sophisticated legal work and genuine work-life balance.

Highlights :

• Chambers USA-Ranked and featured in Best Law Firms by U.S. News & World Report, they’re a leading boutique with a deep bench of experienced trial lawyers and a long track record of success in insurance coverage and bad faith litigation.
• Sustainable Hours & Real Balance : With a 1,600-hour billable target, the firm fosters a culture of excellence without burnout. Attorneys are trusted with autonomy and encouraged to take meaningful time off—including extended vacations.
• Strong Pipeline & Growth : This is a replacement and growth hire. The firm continues to expand thanks to its respected name and repeat clients—a sustainable business model with long-term vision.
• Supportive, Down-to-Earth Culture : The team values collaboration over ego. You’ll find hands-on mentorship, meaningful responsibility, and a culture that prioritizes people and performance equally.

The Role As an Associate, you'll :

• Analyze insurance policies and advise insurers on complex coverage issues
• Draft detailed coverage opinions
• Defend carriers in bad faith and declaratory relief actions
• Manage your own caseload with support from experienced partners
• Handle depositions, discovery, strategy, and dispositive motion work

Location & Flexibility

• High autonomy over your work and calendar
• Base salary up to $200,000 (depending on experience)
• Profit-sharing bonus structure : $145 / hour on all net billables above 1,600 hours
• Discretionary bonus potential (many associates have received five-figure bonuses annually)
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• No billing micromanagement and plenty of time for personal needs and growth

Ideal Candidate

• 1+ years of experience in insurance coverage and / or bad faith litigation defense OR 3+ years of general litigation defense experience with a strong interest in this space
• Strong legal writing and analytical skills
• Someone who values independence, excellence, and a healthier pace of legal life

This is a rare opening at one of California’s most respected boutique litigation firms, where top-tier work and work-life balance are not mutually exclusive.

For a confidential and non-obligation call to learn more about this opportunity, please apply below or forward your resume to [e-mail] and we'll be happy to discuss this position in more detail.

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Insurance Bad Faith • Fontana, CA, United States

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