Defense Litigation Attorney (Fully Remote!)

About the firm

We are a growing boutique litigation practice focused on delivering exceptional legal representation and client service across a broad range of civil litigation matters. Our team values collaboration, communication, and maintaining a positive work environment where attorneys and staff support one another. We foster an open-door culture with consistent team engagement and provide attorneys with the autonomy to take ownership of their work while still having support when needed.

Why join us?

• Opportunity to lead and own an entire litigation practice area with significant autonomy
• Flexible work environment with options for hybrid, onsite, or fully remote arrangements
• Strong compensation package with performance-based bonus opportunities
• Employer-paid medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Monthly travel and phone stipends
• Annual Bar dues, MCLE expenses, and life insurance covered by the firm
• Unlimited PTO policy with flexibility for work-life balance
• Collaborative and supportive environment with direct access to leadership
• Long-term growth opportunity with the ability to build and shape the future of the practice

Responsibilities

• Independently manage an active caseload from inception through resolution
• Take and defend party, witness, and expert depositions
• Draft, review, and argue pleadings, motions, and discovery-related matters
• Conduct written discovery, including preparing and responding to interrogatories, requests for production, and requests for admission
• Attend court appearances, hearings, mediations, settlement conferences, and arbitrations
• Develop litigation strategy and assess liability and exposure throughout the life of a case
• Prepare matters for trial, including witness preparation, exhibit management, and trial strategy development
• Communicate directly with clients, insurance carriers, opposing counsel, experts, and other relevant parties
• Analyze case facts, damages, and legal issues to formulate recommendations and case strategy
• Negotiate settlements and assist with dispute resolution efforts
• Maintain organized case documentation and timely reporting requirements
• Partner closely with litigation support staff to ensure efficient case management

Requirements

• Active California Bar license in good standing
• 1 to 3+ years of litigation defense experience, preferably within general liability and/or subrogation matters
• Ability to independently manage a litigation caseload with minimal supervision
• Experience with MerusCase case management software preferred

Salary: $110,000 - $150,000 per year