Insurance Defense Attorney
Raydar · Remote · US only
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- Experience
- 5 years preferred
- Where you can live
- US only
- Job type
- Full-time
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Job details
- Where you can work
- United States
- Employment type
- Full-time
- Advertised pay
- $140K–200K/yr
- Experience
- 5 years preferred
- Employer publication date
- 12 October 2026
- First recorded by Psst
- 2 November 2026
- Last checked at the source
- 2 November 2026
About the job
About the company
Our client is a law firm.
The role
Raydar is recruiting for this role on behalf of our client. Handle a complete docket of employer and carrier defense matters, from the earliest fact-finding stage through trial. The position involves substantial independence, client relationship development and guiding newer attorneys.
What you'll do
- Take ownership of a full docket of defense files, starting with early fact-finding and continuing through trial.
- Conduct depositions, appear at hearings and shape the strategy for each matter.
- Develop and maintain client relationships and bring in new matters.
- Reach a consistent monthly time-recording target.
- Coach junior attorneys through structured training and by letting them observe depositions and hearings.
Requirements
What we're looking for
- At least 5 years of defense experience in this area of law, ideally with a California-focused practice.
- Hands-on experience with hearings, depositions and entire case files on behalf of insurers and employers.
- A JD from an accredited law school.
- Active California Bar admission, or readiness to become admitted in California.
- Capacity to log a high monthly volume of billable time consistently over the long term.
- A self-directed, collegial and low-ego working style that needs little supervision.
- A genuine interest in building a long-term career in this practice area.
- Willingness to share a clear pay expectation and a realistic monthly billing figure at the outset.
Bonus points
- Background in related insurance or general civil litigation.
- An existing client following or transferable relationships in this field.
Benefits
Compensation and benefits
- Base salary: USD 140,000 to 200,000 per year
- Performance-based bonuses
- Comprehensive benefits package
Location and work model
- Remote (US)
- Full-time
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