Insurance & Financial Services Litigation Associate

Direct Counsel is seeking an associate with 3-5 years of litigation experience to join a sophisticated and growing litigation practice in the Los Angeles area. This role offers the opportunity to work on complex disputes involving insurance coverage, ERISA, disability, life and health insurance claims, long-term care matters, fraud investigations, and employer-sponsored benefit plans.

The ideal candidate will possess strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills, along with a proactive and collaborative approach to litigation.

Responsibilities

• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery requests and responses, subpoenas, and other litigation-related documents
• Review, investigate, and assess the factual and legal merits of claims and disputes
• Engage directly with in-house counsel, experts, third-party administrators, opposing counsel, and witnesses
• Conduct and defend depositions
• Assist with trial and arbitration preparation, including motions in limine, trial briefs, jury instructions, exhibits, and witness preparation
• Conduct legal research and prepare memoranda on substantive legal issues
• Collaborate with attorneys and clients on litigation strategy and case management

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of civil litigation experience
• Experience involving insurance, ERISA, employee benefits, financial services, or related litigation is preferred
• Excellent legal research, writing, and analytical skills
• Strong work ethic and ability to thrive in a collaborative environment
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and deadlines effectively
• California Bar admission required

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary range: $158,000 - $190,000
• Annual performance-based and billable hours bonuses
• Mainly Remote - Must reside in California!
• Reasonable billable hour expectations
• Competitive health insurance benefits and 401(k) with partial match
• Strong mentorship and long-term career development opportunities

This opportunity offers sophisticated litigation experience, direct client interaction, and the chance to work on complex insurance and financial services matters alongside highly regarded attorneys.

Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply through Direct Counsel.