Professional Liability Associate Attorney

Wood, Smith, Henning & Berman LLP; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Insurance (medical/dental/vision)

Unlimited PTO

Flexible work from home policy

Referral program

Job summary

Wood, Smith, Henning & Berman LLP in Aliso Viejo is seeking associate attorneys for its expanding professional liability group. You must be licensed in California and have 1–7 years of attorney experience to apply.

Insurance defense experience is highly preferred. The firm handles a wide range of matters, collaborates across offices, and offers a flexible work-from-home policy along with a competitive compensation package.

Qualifications

• Must be licensed to practice law in California.
• 1–7 years of attorney experience required.
• Insurance defense experience preferred.
• Excellent research and writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with all phases of litigation from investigation to trial.
• Collaborate with lead attorneys and clients across offices.
• Contribute to case strategy and documentation while meeting client objectives.

Skills

Litigation experience

Strong writing skills

Education

California Bar Licensed

Job description

The Aliso Viejo office of WSHB, a national civil litigation defense firm, is looking for associate applicants with at least 1-7 years of experience as an attorney for its expanding professional liability group. Insurance defense experience is highly preferred. You must be licensed in California - no exceptions.

As the ‘go to’ litigation firm for dozens of domestic and international insurance carriers, as well as many large private clients, WSHB attorneys handle a wide-spectrum of matters. On a daily basis, associates work closely with lead attorneys on all phases of litigation, from rapid response investigations following catastrophic losses, case evaluation and reporting, discovery and depositions, through trial presentation, with an emphasis on strategic thinking to meet client objectives. Recognized nationally for its commitment to diversity and an inclusive atmosphere, WSHB provides attorneys a flexible work from home policy and the opportunity to collaborate with lead attorneys across offices as well as across a variety of practice areas. Excellent research and writing skills are a must. Experience in insurance defense litigation and general familiarity with carrier billing and reporting guidelines is preferred. Join an innovative firm and team of attorneys with a reputation for professional excellence that offer the flexibility and casualness of the modern legal practice.

Salary depends on experience.

Benefits include:

• A competitive salary package, including the potential for bonuses
• Insurance including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and a flexible spending account
• Unlimited PTO
• A flexible work from home policy
• Referral program