Job Title: General Liability Associate Attorney
Location: California
Job Type: Full-Time | Associate Level
Practice Area: General Liability / Insurance Defense
About the Opportunity:
GPAC has partnered with a respected and established law firm that is actively seeking a skilled General Liability Associate Attorney to join its growing litigation team. This is a tremendous opportunity for a motivated attorney with experience in insurance defense, general liability, and commercial litigation to handle complex cases and work closely with seasoned litigators.
Key Responsibilities:
Represent clients in general liability cases, including personal injury, property damage, and premises liability matters.
Draft and respond to pleadings, motions, and discovery.
Conduct and defend depositions.
Appear in court and participate in hearings and pre-trial proceedings.
Manage cases from inception through resolution, including trial preparation.
Advise clients on risk mitigation and liability exposure.
Collaborate with partners and litigation teams to ensure client objectives are met.
Stay up to date on changes in law and procedural rules relevant to general liability and insurance defense.
Qualifications:
Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
Active member of the California Bar.
Minimum of 3 years of litigation experience in general liability and/or insurance defense.
Demonstrated ability to handle discovery, depositions, and motion practice.
Excellent legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills.
Highly organized and capable of managing a full caseload independently.
Strong team player with a proactive and client-focused approach.
Benefits Include:
Competitive salary based on experience
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with employer match
Generous paid time off and holiday schedule
Opportunities for professional development and advancement
Supportive and collaborative work environment
How to Apply:
Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit their resume to zach.zink@gogpac.com with the subject line:
"General Liability Associate Attorney Application"
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.
