Associate Attorney - Insurance Defense & Workers Compensation

Associate Attorney Insurance Defense & Workers Compensation

Location: Santa Monica CA (Hybrid or Remote Flexibility Available)
Job Type: Full-Time Associate-Level Attorney
Compensation: $125000 - $225000 OTE (based on experience performance bonuses)

About the Opportunity

HireNow Staffing is recruiting on behalf of a leading California-based defense litigation firm known for representing high-profile clients across diverse industries including national corporations entertainment groups and professional sports organizations.

Their Santa Monica office is growing and seeking an Associate Attorney to join their Workers Compensation and Insurance Defense team. Whether youre a rising litigator fresh out of law school or a seasoned WC defense attorney looking for meaningful cases this firm offers a highly collaborative legal environment with mentorship flexible work arrangements and high-quality files from day one.

Why This Role is Unique

This is not a volume-heavy bill-by-the-minute grind. Youll gain hands-on exposure to strategic case development direct client interaction and robust mentorship from partners with decades of courtroom experience. The work is challenging fast-paced and rooted in real advocacy not just paperwork.

What Youll Be Doing

• Case Management: Handle a mix of insurance defense and workers comp files from inception through resolution

• Client Interaction: Engage with corporate and institutional clients in strategy meetings reporting and resolution planning

• Courtroom Exposure: Attend depositions hearings and mediations with increasing autonomy over time

• Research & Drafting: Prepare motions legal briefs settlement evaluations and other litigation documents

• Mentorship/Training: Participate in structured legal training and receive ongoing feedback from top defense litigators

Ideal Candidate Profile

Preferred Experience

5 years of workers compensation or insurance defense litigation
Strong legal writing oral advocacy and analytical skills
Licensed and in good standing with the California Bar
Capable of managing deadlines and working both independently and collaboratively
Familiarity with litigation technology and legal software tools
Based within a reasonable commute of the Santa Monica office (up to 1 hour); hybrid schedules supported

New Attorneys Welcome

If youve recently passed the bar this is a rare chance to join a practice where youll be mentored by some of Californias most respected defense attorneys. The firm is committed to developing new talent with real courtroom skills and a client-first mindset.

Whats In It for You

• Competitive Base Salary ($125K - $225K OTE depending on experience)

• Bonus Opportunities tied to performance and billable milestones

• Comprehensive Benefits Package including health dental vision

• Work-Life Balance Focus: Flexible hours and casual work culture

• Remote & Hybrid Flexibility: Remote option with periodic in-office presence for collaboration

• Professional Growth: CLEs mentorship and client exposure from day one

Apply Today

If youre ready to step into a practice that values legal excellence career development and practical litigation experience apply today with your resume and a brief summary of your experience. Our client is scheduling interviews now for attorneys eager to make an impact.

Santa Monica CA (Hybrid or Remote Flexibility Available)
Job Type: Full-Time Associate-Level Attorney
Compensation: $125000 - $225000 OTE (based on experience performance bonuses)

About the Opportunity

HireNow Staffing is recruiting on behalf of a leading California-based defense litigation firm known for representing high-profile clients across diverse industries including national corporations entertainment groups and professional sports organizations.

Ideal Candidate Profile

Preferred Experience

5 years of workers compensation or insurance defense litigation
Strong legal writing oral advocacy and analytical skills
Licensed and in good standing with the California Bar
Capable of managing deadlines and working both independently and collaboratively
Familiarity with litigation technology and legal software tools
Based within a reasonable commute of the Santa Monica office (up to 1 hour); hybrid schedules supported

New Attorneys Welcome

If youve recently passed the bar this is a rare chance to join a practice where youll be mentored by some of Californias most respected defense attorneys.