Civil Litigation Defense Attorney (Hybrid)

Job Posting : Civil Litigation Defense Attorney

Location :   Hybrid in Walnut Creek, CA

Employment Type :  Full-Time

Civil Litigation Defense Attorney Position Overview :

We are seeking an experienced Civil Litigation Defense Attorney to join our dynamic and growing team. Our firm specializes in the defense and prosecution of complex litigated matters throughout California, representing clients in a broad range of practice areas, including commercial liability, real estate, habitability, general liability, employment litigation, auto claims, construction injury and defect, professional liability, product liability.

Key Responsibilities :

• Defend clients in a variety of litigated matters, including general liability, product liabiity. personal injury, commercial litigation, construction injury / defects, real estate, and employment litigation.
• Handle all phases of litigation, from case inception through trial, including motion practice, discovery, depositions, and court appearances.
• Prepare and argue motions, including motions for summary judgment and procedural motions.
• Take and defend depositions of parties, witnesses, and experts.
• Develop case strategies and provide legal analysis to clients, insurers, and risk management teams.
• Participate in mediations, arbitrations, and settlement negotiations.
• Collaborate with internal legal teams, experts, and outside counsel as needed.
• Stay up-to-date on California laws and evolving legal trends affecting insurance defense litigation.

Qualifications :

Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school.

Licensed to practice law in California and in good standing.

2+ years of experience in litigation, preferably in insurance defense, general liability, or complex civil litigation.

Trial experience is a plus .

Strong research, writing, and oral advocacy skills.

Ability to handle a diverse caseload independently while meeting deadlines.

Benefits :

Medical

Dental

PTO

Paid Holidays

401k

Profit Sharing

Bonuses

Work Environment :

Flexible Hybrid or Remote workstyle

Collaborative team and support staff

Strive to achieve a healthy work / life balance

Growth opportunities

How to Apply :   Apply online, or send your resume in confidence to  jaimi.harper@gogpac.com . We look forward to reviewing your application!

Call / Text Jaimi Harper directly at (605)-679-9312 with questions on the position.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.

GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.