Civil Litigation Attorney

Insurance Defense law firm is seeking a civil litigation attorney for its personal injury department in the San Diego office. The candidate must be a self-starter, highly motivated and have an ability to work independently as well as in a team setting. Applicants must meet the following criteria: Be an active member in good standing with the California Bar experience with civil litigation and/or insurance defense. Have solid academic credentials Must have a high level of organization, detail orientation and ability to time-manage across multiple deadlines Demonstrate good judgment, strong critical thinking skills and the desire and willingness to take ownership and control of projects Have excellent communication, analytical and writing skills Have excellent client relations Key Responsibilities: Handle all aspects of litigation, including case assessment, discovery, motion practice, settlement, and trial preparation. Draft pleadings, motions, discovery requests and responses, and other legal documents. Conduct legal research and analysis to develop case strategy and support client positions. Represent clients in court hearings, depositions, mediations, arbitrations, and trials. Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, courts, and internal team members. Manage caseload efficiently while meeting deadlines and maintaining high-quality work. Participate in settlement negotiations and provide strategic recommendations to clients. Maintain accurate case records and ensure compliance with procedural and ethical standards. Pay: $120,000.00 - $170,000.00 per year salary will depend on experience The firm offers mentorship, a congenial work environment as well as competitive salary, bonus program, health care benefits package, gym and participation in a 401K plan. We have ABOTA attorneys in our firm who train attorneys to become trial attorneys.