San Diego: Senior Associate Attorney

Wood Smith Henning & Berman LLP; San Diego (CA); Hybride; USD 140 000 - 190 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Competitive salary package

Medical, dental, vision, disability, &

Résumé du poste

Wood Smith Henning & Berman LLP’s San Diego office seeks associates with 4–7 years of relevant experience for its expanding insurance defense litigation group. California bar admission is required.

As a go‑to firm for domestic and international carriers and major clients, you will work with lead attorneys on all phases of litigation—from rapid response investigations and case evaluation to discovery, depositions and trial presentation—emphasizing strategic thinking to meet client objectives.

Qualifications

• 4–7 years of relevant experience in insurance defense litigation.
• California bar admission is required.
• Excellent research and writing skills are essential.

Responsabilités

• Work with lead attorneys on all phases of litigation.
• Handle rapid response investigations following losses.
• Conduct case evaluation and reporting.
• Assist with discovery and depositions.
• Participate in trial presentation and strategy.

Connaissances

Insurance defense

Legal writing

Legal research

Description du poste

The San Diego office of WSHB, a national civil litigation defense firm, is looking for associate applicants with at least 4-7 years of relevant experience for its expanding insurance defense litigation group. 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.

Benefits include:

• A competitive salary package, including the potential for bonuses
• Insurance including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and a flexible spending account