Litigation Associate

Our client is looking for a Litigation Associate to join their growing insurance defense practice in Walnut Creek, California. This role offers the opportunity to work on a varied caseload involving liability-related disputes, including bodily injury, premises, automobile, and construction matters. The attorney in this position will contribute across the life of each case, from initial evaluation through discovery, motion practice, and trial readiness.

Responsibilities:

• Manage defense matters involving personal injury, premises liability, auto, and construction-related claims from assignment through resolution.
• Prepare litigation documents such as pleadings, motions, briefs, affidavits, discovery materials, and settlement communications with accuracy and attention to deadlines.
• Support case strategy by performing legal research, analyzing facts, and developing arguments for motions, hearings, and other proceedings.
• Attend court appearances, depositions, mediations, and hearings, and represent clients professionally in each setting.
• Work closely with clients, expert witnesses, attorneys, and legal support staff to keep matters moving efficiently and strategically.
• Maintain organized case files and monitor litigation calendars to ensure timely filings, responses, and case preparation.
• Assist with trial preparation by organizing exhibits, reviewing evidence, coordinating witnesses, and preparing case materials.
• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
• Licensed to practice law in the applicable jurisdiction; admission in California is required for Walnut Creek-based matters.
• At least 1 year of litigation experience, with insurance defense exposure viewed favorably.
• Demonstrated ability to draft motions, briefs, pleadings, and discovery documents.
• Strong legal research, written advocacy, and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple matters, prioritize deadlines, and work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
• Familiarity with civil litigation procedures and courtroom practice.