Direct Counsel is seeking an Insurance & Financial Services Litigation 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 opportunityto 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.
Direct Counsel is seeking an Insurance & Financial Services Litigation 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 opportunityto 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.
What You'll Do
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
