Civil Defense Attorney (Hybrid)

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About us

A well-regarded civil litigation firm in Southern California is seeking an attorney to join its defense practice. The firm handles a broad range of civil litigation matters, with a focus on insurance defense, premises liability, and public entity/school district litigation, along with employment and general civil defense work.

Responsibilities

• Handle civil litigation matters independently, from case assessment through resolution
• Take depositions, argue motions, and appear in court regularly
• Work on matters involving premises liability, insurance defense, employment litigation, and/or public entity law
• Communicate directly with clients, including insurers and institutional clients
• Collaborate with a small team of trial-focused attorneys
• Manage litigation matters from initial client contact through trial

Requirements

• Active bar admission in the relevant state
• Strong litigation, research, and writing skills
• Comfort with a trial-heavy practice and regular court appearances
• Ability to manage a caseload with real ownership and autonomy
• Prior civil defense or insurance defense experience preferred

Benefits

Standard benefits package (details discussed during the interview process).

Pay

$120,000 - $220,000 per year