New In| Insurance Coverage & Bad Faith Litigation Associate Attorney | Join a Chambers USA-Rank[...]

We Are Legal Revolution; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Profit-sharing bonus structure

Discretionary bonus potential

Extended vacations

Job summary

A well-respected boutique litigation firm in California seeks an Associate Attorney for insurance coverage and bad faith litigation. This role offers a base salary up to $200,000 along with bonuses, a hybrid work environment, and a culture that prioritizes work-life balance. Candidates should have experience in insurance coverage and litigation with strong legal writing and analytical skills. The firm offers sustainable hours and supports professional growth through mentorship and collaborative culture.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in insurance coverage and/or bad faith litigation defense.
• 3+ years of general litigation defense experience preferred.
• Strong legal writing and analytical skills required.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Legal writing

Analytical skills

Independence

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 | Hybrid –LA/OC- REMOTE

Base pay range: $100,000.00/yr - $200,000.00/yr

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.

• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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
• Offices in Los Angeles – 100% remote
• 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

Qualifications

• 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

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.