Senior Associate Attorney (Remote) - Orange County

Job Description

Direct Counsel is representing a growing defense firm seeking a Senior Associate Attorney to manage its California docket.

Position: Senior Associate – Property & Casualty

Location: Orange County, CA (initially remote with option for hybrid or onsite as business expands)

Compensation: $175,000 – $250,000 annually, based on experience.

Responsibilities:

· Manage California docket with primary focus on Property & Casualty cases.

· Draft and file legal documents including pleadings, motions, briefs, and memoranda.

· Represent clients in court hearings, depositions, mediations, and arbitrations.

· Provide legal counsel to clients on a wide range of complex matters.

· Handle discovery, including drafting and responding to discovery requests.

· Communicate regularly with clients to provide strategic advice.

· Collaborate with colleagues across departments to support a team-oriented environment.

Qualifications:

· Juris Doctor degree and active California Bar admission.

· Minimum 5 years of experience as an attorney in California, ideally in insurance claims.

· Defense experience strongly preferred.

· Familiarity with California procedures.

· Experience with first-party property insurance claims and third-party insurance claims.

· Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

· Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

· No disclosed billing requirement, but ability to bill is required.

Benefits:

100% paid Medical, Dental and Vision, no cap PTO, 401k with 3% match

Fully remote and an opportunity to grow a team!

Full-time

Hybrid remote