Construction Defect Defense Attorney

About the role

Our client is seeking a motivated Associate Attorney to join their growing team, focusing on Insurance Defense matters, with an emphasis on Construction Defect Defense and Personal Injury Defense. This is a fully remote opportunity offering flexibility and strong long-term growth potential.

Key Responsibilities

• Handle insurance defense matters, primarily Construction Defect Defense and/or Personal Injury Defense cases
• Manage assigned caseloads independently from intake through resolution
• Communicate effectively with insurance carriers, clients, and opposing counsel
• Draft legal documents including pleadings, motions, discovery, and correspondence
• Maintain accurate billing and time entries
• Aid in litigation strategy, case evaluation, and settlement discussions

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
• Active license to practice law in California
• 3+ years of experience in Insurance Defense
• Primary experience in Construction Defect Defense or Personal Injury Defense (defense-side required)
• Strong litigation and case management skills
• Experience working with insurance carriers and claims handling
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment
• Stable work history with demonstrated tenure of 18+ months at prior firms

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in both Construction Defect and Personal Injury Defense
• Based in Southern California (preferred but not required)