Associate Attorney - Insurance Defense (Construction Defect)

Job Description

Job Description

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Associate Attorney to join our growing litigation team in Los Angeles, CA. The ideal candidate will have at least 2–5 years of insurance defense experience, with a strong preference for candidates who have handled construction defect matters. This role offers the opportunity to manage cases, work directly with clients, and gain substantial litigation experience in a collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of insurance defense and construction defect litigation matters.
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery requests, and other legal documents.
• Conduct legal research and prepare case evaluations and litigation strategies.
• Handle written discovery, depositions, and expert witness coordination.
• Attend court hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and settlement conferences.
• Communicate regularly with clients, insurance carriers, opposing counsel, and experts.
• Assist with trial preparation and participate in trials as needed.
• Maintain accurate case files and meet all litigation deadlines.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
• Active membership in the California State Bar.
• 2+ years of insurance defense litigation experience required.
• Construction defect litigation experience strongly preferred.
• Experience handling all phases of litigation, including discovery and motion practice.
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines effectively.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.