Insurance Litigation Attorney – CA License Required

. Independently handle an inventory of litigated and non-litigated files .

Posted 9/25/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $150,480 - $200,000 per yearWebsite

Key responsibilities & impact

Independently handle an inventory of litigated and non-litigated files
Advise and mentor less senior attorneys
Prepare discovery, legal pleadings, trial briefs, and related materials using independent analysis and judgment
Coordinate closely with claims specialists
Appear and advocate on behalf of CSAA IG and member insureds
Conduct all phases of personal injury litigation, including jury trials, motions, and arbitration hearings
Handle complex legal matters and projects, including matters not in litigation
Identify issues with major implications, high liability exposure, special circumstances, or departures from guidelines
Refer matters to higher-level staff for review and possible assignment of additional resources
Collaborate with paralegals and support staff

What you’ll need

5-8+ years of experience in insurance defense practice with courtroom and first or second chair trial experience
Requires law degree
License to practice law in California required; candidates must be actively licensed and in good standing with the California Bar
Skilled in personal injury litigation including liability assessment, causation, damages, coverage, personal injury damages and causation and the tri-partite relationship
Ability to work collaboratively with assigned paralegal(s) and support staff
Ability to communicate verbally and in writing in an organized and timely manner
Proficient computer skills, including MS Office and online research tools
Ability to advocate creatively, persuasively and effectively
Ability to think and act independently in a client’s best interest
Knowledge, understanding, and appreciation of legal ethics
Ability to travel as needed for depositions, mediations, mandatory settlement conferences, arbitrations, trials, divisional/team meetings, and other in-person meetings
Applicants must have authorization to work indefinitely in the US
CSAA does not provide visa sponsorship; applicants must not require immigration support now or in the future

Comp & perks

Annual bonus eligibility through the Annual Incentive Plan (AIP), between 8-12% of eligible pay
401(k) with a company match
Career growth, mentorship, and development opportunities
Flexible Workplace and remote-first culture
Home-Flex roles, primarily working from home with flexibility to work from various locations including CSAA offices
Inclusive and welcoming workplace
Reasonable accommodations for qualified applicants and employees with disabilities or other limitations