HIRING NOW | Junior Associate | 100% REMOTE California | National Defense Litigation (Asbestos/Talc)| Up to $150k

HIRING NOW | Junior Associate | 100% REMOTE California | National Defense Litigation (Asbestos/Talc)| Up to $150k A boutique 40-attorney defense litigation firm with a clear niche and a national trial platform. Join a focused trial team (reporting to a senior trial partner) that tries cases across the U.S. for large corporate clients—travel required—with immediate opportunities in asbestos, and talcum powder. Highlights: • Go to trial—now: Immediate first/second-chair opportunities on complex, high-stakes defense cases. • National exposure: Support coordinating counsel across jurisdictions while building your own trial themes. • Tight-knit team: Work closely with senior trial lawyers—not “all 40 attorneys”—so you get real ownership and mentorship. Role: • Build case defenses and develop trial strategy with autonomy and guidance as needed. • Support national trial/coordinating counsel to manage multi-jurisdiction litigation. • Analyze state/federal law for motions and pre-trial submissions; draft original, complex motions. • Draft and respond to discovery; interview and prep witnesses for depositions/hearings. • Take/defend lay, expert, and corporate rep depositions; argue motions. • Communicate with clients; draft pre-trial reports and risk analyses; participate in mediations, status and settlement conferences. • Shape case-resolution strategies; supervise paralegals and coordinate with co-defense counsel. • Negotiate settlements; network to develop client relationships; contribute to bar/community leadership. • Be a resource to colleagues and support Shareholders/Partners/Senior Counsel. What you bring • 1+ years of insurance defense (or comparable complex defense) experience. • JD from an accredited law school; admitted to at least one state bar (CA preferred). • Proven success in a billable environment; client-service mindset. • Excellent written/oral advocacy, prioritization, and deadline discipline in a fast-paced setting. • Team-first approach; strong tech skills (Microsoft Office & litigation databases); professional, detail-driven, and growth-oriented. Compensation & benefits • Base up to $150,000 (competitive, commensurate with experience and trial record). • Health, dental, vision, 401(k) (with matching), flexible schedule, FSA, life insurance, paid time off, parental leave, referral program, unlimited vacation, employee discounts, and discretionary bonuses. APPLY: For a confidential discussion, email your resume to [email protected]