A leading global law firm is seeking a junior associate (JD 2023, JD 2024, and strong JD 2025 candidates) as well as a senior associate (JD 2020+) years of experience to join its Los Angeles office. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with a highly regarded partner on complex insurance coverage litigation matters representing international and domestic insurers.
Insurance coverage experience is not required for junior candidates; however, strong litigation skills, exceptional writing ability, and the confidence to manage matters proactively are essential. This position offers a hybrid schedule, with remote working and only Mondays required in the Los Angeles office.
Responsibilities:
• Analyze insurance policies and draft coverage opinions and recommendations
• Conduct rigorous legal research and draft detailed memoranda
• Draft and review pleadings, briefs, motions, discovery, and legal correspondence
• Prepare formal correspondence to opposing counsel and other parties
• Attend and assist with depositions, hearings, and mediations
• Manage a caseload independently while collaborating closely with the supervising partner
• Support complex coverage disputes involving commercial general liability and other liability policies
Qualifications:
• JD 2023, JD 2024, or strong JD 2025 candidates for associate level
• 6+ years of experience for senior associate candidates
• Excellent academic credentials
• Admission to practice in California
• Federal court experience preferred
• Experience in complex litigation matters; insurance coverage experience is advantageous but not required for junior hires
Skills and Abilities:
• Outstanding legal research, writing, and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational and time management abilities
• Ability to manage sensitive and time-sensitive matters
• Capacity to prioritize multiple projects simultaneously
• Proactive, self-directed approach with leadership capability on assigned cases
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Benefits:
• Hybrid work flexibility, with only Mondays required in the Los Angeles office
• Flexible paid time off, guided by professional judgment
• Annual performance bonuses plus a monthly bonus opportunity of up to $2,000
• Student loan repayment contribution of $250 per month (non-taxable)
• Referral bonus program
• Structured mentorship and global training opportunities
• Firm-sponsored social, volunteer, and professional development initiatives
• $300 annual wellbeing allowance plus a dedicated Wellbeing Day
• Six months fully paid parental leave for all parents
• Global mobility opportunities across North America and international offices
• Retirement benefits from day one, fully vested
• Salary range of $150,000–$235,000
If you are interested in this position, and you meet the requirements of the role, please click “apply now” to forward an up-to-date copy of your resume. Alternatively, if you would like to discuss this opportunity further, please contact Siobhan Murray for a confidential discussion.
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Due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.