Professional Liability Associate Attorney

Wood, Smith, Henning & Berman LLP; Santa Monica (CA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Insurance including medical, dental, V

Unlimited PTO

Flexible work from home policy

Referral program

Job summary

Wood, Smith, Henning & Berman LLP in Santa Monica, CA, seeks an associate attorney with 5-8 years of experience in civil litigation, preferably in insurance defense. California licensure is mandatory.

The firm offers a flexible work-from-home policy and opportunities to collaborate across offices. Associates handle a wide range of matters from rapid response investigations to trial preparation, with emphasis on strategic thinking and quality writing.

Qualifications

• Attorney with 5–8 years of civil litigation experience.
• Must be licensed to practice in California; no exceptions.
• Insurance defense experience is highly preferred.
• Excellent research and writing skills are required.
• Ability to collaborate with lead attorneys across offices.

Responsibilities

• Handle matters across all phases of litigation, from rapid response investigations to trial presentation.
• Work closely with lead attorneys to meet client objectives and deadlines.
• Contribute to case evaluation, discovery, and deposition preparation.

Skills

5–8 years litigation

Research & writing

Team collaboration

Job description

The Santa Monica office of WSHB, a national civil litigation defense firm, is looking for associate applicants with at least 5-8 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