Remote CA | Insurance & Financial Services Litigation Associate (3–7 Years) | $140K–$220K

Elite Talent Consulting; California (MO); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable California law firm is actively hiring a Litigation Associate with 3–7 years of experience in litigation, preferably within insurance or financial services. This position offers flexibility to work fully remote, hybrid, or in-office based on your preference. The firm seeks candidates with strong legal writing and analytical skills and requires active admission to the California State Bar. Competitive compensation between $140k to $220k, along with bonuses, is offered, making this a prime opportunity for career advancement.

Qualifications

• 3–7 years of litigation experience, preferably in insurance, ERISA, or financial services.
• Experience with drafting pleadings, motions, briefs, and discovery requests.
• Ability to analyze factual records and legal issues to assess claims.

Responsibilities

• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and discovery requests/responses.
• Analyze factual records and legal issues to assess claims and defenses.
• Take and defend depositions.
• Work directly with in-house counsel, experts, and opposing counsel.
• Assist with trial and arbitration preparation.

Skills

Excellent legal writing

Research

Analytical skills

Strong work ethic

Collaborative approach

Education

Active admission to the California State Bar

Job description

Overview

A very reputable California law firm with a long-standing litigation practice is actively and urgently hiring a Litigation Associate with 3–7 years of experience to join its Insurance & Financial Services Litigation team.

This role offers maximum flexibility — work fully remote, hybrid, or fully in-office, based entirely on your preference. The firm is seeking a strong litigation associate who wants sophisticated matters, meaningful responsibility, and long-term growth within a collaborative, attorney-friendly environment.

Compensation

Base pay range

$140,000.00/yr - $220,000.00/yr

A very reputable California law firm with a long-standing litigation practice is actively and urgently hiring a Litigation Associate with 3–7 years of experience to join its Insurance & Financial Services Litigation team.

This role offers maximum flexibility — work fully remote, hybrid, or fully in-office, based entirely on your preference. The firm is seeking a strong litigation associate who wants sophisticated matters, meaningful responsibility, and long-term growth within a collaborative, attorney-friendly environment.

What You’ll Do

• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and discovery requests/responses
• Analyze factual records and legal issues to assess claims and defenses
• Take and defend depositions
• Work directly with in-house counsel, experts, third-party administrators, and opposing counsel
• Assist with trial and arbitration preparation, including:
• Motions in limine
• Jury instructions and trial briefs
• Exhibits and witness preparation

What We’re Looking For

• 3–7 years of litigation experience (insurance, ERISA, or financial services experience preferred)
• Excellent legal writing, research, and analytical skills
• Strong work ethic with a self-starter mindset
• Collaborative, team-oriented approach
• Active admission to the California State Bar (required)

Why This Opportunity

• Compensation: $140,000 – $220,000 + bonus, depending on experience
• Choose your work style — remote, hybrid, or in-office
• Sophisticated litigation with real responsibility
• Supportive, collegial culture with experienced trial attorneys
• Clear long-term growth and advancement potential
• Immediate hiring need — qualified candidates encouraged to apply promptly

How to Apply

Please submit your resume (and a writing sample, if available). Qualified candidates will be contacted quickly due to the urgent nature of this hire.

Seniority level

• Not Applicable

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Legal

Industries

• Legal Services