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Job description
Mid-Level Associate AttorneyDirect Counsel is seeking a hard-working and self-motivated mid-level Associate Attorney to join the firm’s Insurance Bad Faith team.This position offers the opportunity to represent policyholders against insurance companies that have wrongfully denied, delayed, or underpaid valid claims. The ideal candidate will have exceptional writing and oral advocacy skills. They must also be an analytical thinker and collaborative team member who thrives in a fast-paced, high-pressure litigation environment.Job ResponsibilitiesDraft and respond to pleadings, discovery, and dispositive motions in state and federal courtAnalyze insurance policies, claims files, and adjuster conduct to identify bad faith exposureTake and defend depositions of insureds, adjusters, underwriters, and expert witnessesParticipate in hearings, mediations, and trial preparationCollaborate with partners, associates, experts, and support staffCommunicate effectively with clients, co-counsel, and opposing counselApplicant Requirements2-10 years of experience in insurance coverage or bad faith litigationActive license and in good standing with the State Bar of CaliforniaStrong working knowledge of California insurance law and related regulatory frameworkFamiliarity with federal procedural rules (FRCP) as well as California Code of Civil ProcedureExperience in third party or first party claims and coverage analysisEffective time-management and prioritization skills in a deadline-driven environmentAbility to work independently while contributing to a collaborative, team-based practiceBenefits and SalaryOur firm offers a comprehensive salary and benefits package that includes:401kAnnual Profit SharingHealth and Dental InsuranceVision InsuranceLife InsuranceSupplemental InsuranceReferral IncentivesPerformance-Based BonusPaid Sick LeaveSalary Range: $140,000 - $300,000 (commensurate with experience)
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lancaster, CA, 93534, US
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