Litigation Associate (Insurance Coverage)
Job Description
Litigation Associate (Insurance Coverage)
Locations: Los Angeles, San Diego, or San Francisco, CA
A highly regarded, growth-oriented national law firm is seeking a mid-level Litigation Associate to join its expanding Insurance Coverage practice in California. This is an excellent opportunity to work on sophisticated, high-impact matters in a collaborative and forward-thinking environment.
The Opportunity
This role offers a unique blend of litigation and advisory work, including:
- Handling complex insurance coverage and bad faith litigation
- Drafting coverage opinions and advising clients on policy interpretation
- Working closely with experienced attorneys on strategic, high-value matters
- Gaining meaningful responsibility and client exposure early on
What Makes This Opportunity Stand Out
- National platform with strong growth momentum, the firm is actively expanding and investing in talent
- Collaborative, team-driven culture with less hierarchy than traditional BigLaw
- Hands-on experience with substantive work (not just support tasks)
- Opportunity to build a specialized and in-demand practice area
- A firm that values both professional development and work-life balance
What They’re Looking For
- 3+ years of litigation experience, ideally with exposure to insurance coverage or related matters
- Active California Bar license
- Strong research, writing, and analytical skills
- Experience managing cases or components of cases with increasing independence
- Detail-oriented, organized, and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package including:
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- 401(k) with firm contributions
- Generous PTO and paid holidays
- Disability and life insurance
- Commuter/transportation support
- Employee wellness resources
Why Consider This Role
If you're looking to deepen your litigation experience while building expertise in insurance coverage, this is a strong next step. You’ll join a firm that combines the resources and reputation of a national platform with a more approachable, team-oriented culture giving you both career growth and a sustainable path forward.