A distinguished civil litigation law firm is seeking a skilled Insurance Defense Attorney to join its team in Santa Ana, California. This hybrid role requires a candidate with 2-10 years of experience in insurance defense, handling cases involving bodily injury, premises liability, auto/trucking collisions, wrongful death, and catastrophic injury. The position provides an excellent opportunity to manage cases from inception through trial, supported by a collaborative team environment. Location Santa Ana, CA Duties Manage insurance defense litigation cases from inception through trial with minimal supervision Conduct discovery, site inspections, and issue analysis Take depositions, retain and work with expert witnesses, and handle expert discovery Independently conduct court appearances, depositions, and hearings Collaborate with team members, including partners, senior associates, and paralegals, to achieve client and firm goals Opportunity to gain experience in additional practice areas, such as business litigation and real estate Requirements 2-10 years of experience in insurance defense Demonstrated ability to independently manage litigation cases, including trial preparation and courtroom appearances Strong research and legal writing skills for effective case representation Proficiency in legal databases such as Westlaw and Lexis-Nexis Excellent communication and negotiation skills Education Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school Certifications Active California State Bar admission Additional bar licenses in other jurisdictions are a plus Skills Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities Effective independent case management and organizational skills Ability to work both independently and within a collaborative team Clear and persuasive communication, both written and verbal Benefits Supportive, team-oriented work environment Hybrid work flexibility for work-life balance #J-18808-Ljbffr