Attorney in Scottsdale

Job Description

Associate Attorney – Insurance Defense (AZ & CA Licensed)
Location: Scottsdale, AZ (Preferred) | Remote/Hybrid Available | CA Remote Option
Practice Areas: Insurance Defense, Commercial Litigation, Professional Liability, Premises Liability, General Liability

Overview:
A respected defense firm is seeking an experienced Associate Attorney licensed in both Arizona and California to join their growing team. The ideal candidate will handle a blend of insurance defense matters across AZ and CA, including commercial litigation, professional liability, premises liability, and general liability defense.

This role offers flexible work options, including hybrid or in-office work from Scottsdale, AZ, or 100% remote work for candidates located in California (with optional use of the Long Beach office).

Responsibilities:

• Manage a caseload involving insurance defense and complex litigation matters
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, and correspondence
• Conduct legal research and develop case strategies
• Attend hearings, depositions, and mediations in AZ and CA
• Communicate effectively with clients, carriers, and internal team members
• Work collaboratively with partners and other attorneys across offices

Requirements:

• Active licensure in both Arizona and California
• 2–5+ years of insurance defense or relevant litigation experience
• Strong research, writing, and analytical skills
• Ability to work independently and manage deadlines
• Experience with commercial litigation, professional liability, premises liability, and general liability is strongly preferred

Compensation:

• Salary range: $130,000 – $180,000, depending on experience
• Bonus program based on billable hours over 1,850, with tiered increases every 50 hours
• Bonus potential up to $50,000 annually

Work Environment:

• Scottsdale office preferred for AZ-based candidates
• Hybrid or in-office flexibility
• CA candidates may work fully remote

How to Apply:

To apply confidentially or learn more about additional litigation opportunities, please contact Kaelan.Dea@gogpac.com.

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.