Opportunity Description
Brand New Insurance Defense Associate | Premier Boutique Firm Celebrating Almost 40 Years | Truly complex cases | 1950 Billables | Up to $220k Package | Hybrid in Orange County
I am currently working closely with the CEO of one of the most stable, growth-oriented firms that prioritize high-quality complex work and stimulating cases, over volume. Real career progression—while paying above market to attract top talent!
Highlights:
• Celebrating almost 40 years in business, this premier boutique is recognized for its expertise in insurance defense, with a proven track record of high-profile wins including unanimous defense verdicts in traumatic injury cases (e.g., spinal cord and brain injuries), summary judgments in wrongful death and product liability matters, successful appeals in asbestos claims, and groundbreaking published decisions on insurance fraud in California courts.
• Stable and organic growth: 80% of equity partners started as associates and rose through the ranks, with exceptionally low attrition rates—attorneys who join this firm stay for the rest of their careers!
• Collaborative culture with firm-wide events, summer outings, attorney dinners, and a focus on work-life balance, including a flexible hybrid schedule (typically 3 days in office, 2 remote).
• Complex client base including institutional giants like one of the largest entertainment conglomerates, global insurance carriers, and major corporations, offering complex, intellectually stimulating cases that go beyond routine slip-and-falls (which they avoid completely!)—think high-stakes general liability, premises liability, product liability, labor law, and mass torts.
• This is a growth hire in a thriving OC office that's expanding due to surging demand from key clients, while maintaining a boutique feel for tight-knit teamwork and mentorship.