Insurance Defense Litigation Attorney
Synectics Inc. · Irvine, CA · 2 wk ago
LegalFull-time
About the role
Our client is seeking an experienced Litigation Attorney to join their team in civil defense litigation.
Responsibilities
- Manage cases from pleadings through trial, including trial preparation and co-counsel responsibilities
- Handle discovery: propound/respond, medical record review, and summaries
- Conduct depositions of plaintiffs, witnesses, and expert witnesses
- Prepare and argue motions, attend court hearings, and manage deadlines
- Provide case status reports to insurance carriers and manage caseload independently
Requirements
- 2+ years of litigation experience
- Prior insurance defense experience preferred (not mandatory)
- Strong litigation skills: discovery, depositions, court appearances, trial prep
- Ability to independently manage a caseload under partner supervision
- Excellent oral advocacy and written communication skills
- Self-starter with strong multitasking ability in a deadline-driven environment
Benefits
- Competitive salary based on experience
- Training and mentorship, including exposure to experienced trial attorneys (ABOTA members)
- Strong trial experience and career growth opportunities
- Supportive environment for new admittees and junior attorneys
- Opportunity to work on high-value cases (catastrophic injury, wrongful death, HOA)