Associate Attorney – Civil Litigation/Insurance Coverage

Role Description

We are seeking an Associate Attorney with 2+ years of civil litigation experience to join our Insurance Services Practice Groupe in Orange County, California office. This hybrid role is an opportunity for an attorney who wants to build a sophisticated litigation and insurance coverage practice while working on complex matters across the country.

In this role, you will work with experienced coverage and litigation attorneys on matters involving insurance claims analysis, coverage disputes, and litigation for insurance company clients. The practice includes a wide range of industries and claims, including defective products, mass torts, environmental contamination, habitability, transportation, personal injury, professional liability, and intellectual property.

The ideal candidate has litigation experience, strong research and writing skills, and an interest in analyzing complex insurance policies and coverage-related disputes. Prior insurance coverage experience is helpful, but candidates with strong civil litigation experience and an interest in developing this practice are encouraged to apply.

This is a hybrid position in our Orange County, California office.

What You'll Do

• Assist with all phases of insurance coverage analysis and related civil litigation in both state and federal court.
• Draft coverage opinions, reservation of rights letters, pleadings, motions, discovery, and other case-related communications.
• Support depositions, mediations, hearings, and oral arguments, both remotely and in person.
• Collaborate with partners and senior attorneys on case strategy, risk evaluation, and client recommendations.
• Communicate with clients regarding case status, coverage issues, and litigation developments.
• Develop practical litigation skills while building a deeper understanding of complex insurance coverage issues.

What We're Looking For

We are looking for an attorney who is intellectually curious, detail-oriented, and interested in developing a strong insurance coverage and litigation practice. Successful candidates will also bring:

• Strong research, writing, and analytical skills.
• A collaborative approach to working with partners, associates, paralegals, and law clerks.
• Professional verbal and written communication skills.
• The ability to manage assignments independently, take ownership of work, and meet deadlines.
• A diligent, proactive attitude and a genuine interest in learning.

Qualifications

• Active bar license in California
• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school
• At least 2 years of civil litigation experience in either state or federal court
• Insurance coverage law experience preferred
• Exceptional writing, organizational, and advocacy skills

What Sets This Role Apart

This role offers the opportunity to build a sophisticated insurance coverage and litigation practice with the support of experienced attorneys who are invested in your development. You will benefit from:

• Practical training in insurance coverage analysis, litigation strategy, drafting, client communication, and court appearances.
• Close mentorship from partners and senior attorneys who provide guidance, feedback and opportunities for professional growth.
• Early ownership of cases and substantive assignments with meaningful involvement in case strategy.
• Exposure to complex, high-stakes matters across a wide range of industries and claims.
• A collaborative team culture with accessible leadership and a clear path for long-term development and advancement.

 

Featured benefits

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid parental leave

Interview Process Timeline

Application
Our team will review your application. Please submit your resume.

First Interview
Our Director of Recruiting will reach out to you to schedule a preliminary 30–45-minute interview with the hiring manager(s).

Second Interview
Here you’ll meet some of the team who will evaluate your skillset and assess if you are a good culture fit for the firm. You will have the opportunity to tour our office and meet with the team in person.

Offer
Congratulations! If the hiring team thinks you’re a good match, we will extend an offer to join the firm.

About Life at Tressler

Tressler LLP is an award-winning law firm with ten offices located in six states - California, Illinois, Missouri, New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania. Trusted for 40 years, our firm has significant depth and experience in the resolution of disputes through mediation, arbitration, litigation, and trials.

The majority of Tressler attorneys devote their practice to the representation of the insurance industry in coverage analysis and resolution, litigation, underwriting consultation, product development, claims management, and reinsurance. In addition, Tressler attorneys represent clients in commercial litigation, defense litigation, corporate transactions, government law, employment law and litigation, intellectual property, and condominium and common interest community association law. Tressler has been named to the prestigious Best Lawyers “Best Law Firms” lists for the past six years. We are proud to be a Certified Great Place to Work© in the U.S.A., a ranking based on our employee happiness scores and positive reviews of our management team.