Associate Attorney, Insurance Defense

Pay: $ - $ per year

• Join a well-established Arizona litigation team with a strong trial reputation and deep roots in the local legal community
• Build real deposition and case-handling experience with mentorship from seasoned litigators
• Handle sophisticated matters for respected clients across insurance, healthcare, business, and government
• Get a hybrid schedule while still staying close to the action and the courtroom
• Competitive compensation with clear upside as you grow your litigation skillset

Phoenix, AZ (Hybrid). The most successful attorneys are in the office most days, roughly 75% of the time.

Note:

Must be actively licensed and in good standing with the Arizona State Bar. Relocation is only considered for candidates already licensed in Arizona.

Our client is a long-standing Arizona law firm with decades of success in complex litigation. They are known for strong advocacy, high standards, and a practical, client-first approach rooted in hard work and integrity.

• Manage a caseload of insurance defense and related civil litigation matters from early strategy through resolution
• Take and defend depositions, prepare witnesses, and drive discovery plans
• Draft motions, pleadings, and persuasive legal memoranda with strong research and writing
• Partner with senior attorneys on case strategy, negotiation, and trial preparation
• Communicate with clients clearly and professionally, keeping matters moving efficiently
• Appear in court as needed and support mediations and settlement negotiations

• JD from a reputable law school
• Active Arizona Bar license in good standing
• Deposition experience (taking and defending)
• Strong legal research and writing skills
• Experience in insurance defense or civil litigation preferred
• Organized, deadline-driven, and comfortable managing multiple matters

• A team that values professionalism, integrity, and doing the work the right way
• Strong mentorship and hands-on training from trial-focused attorneys
• Interesting cases and meaningful responsibility without the chaos of a sweatshop environment
• Hybrid flexibility with a culture that supports collaboration and development

JPC-674

Full-time

• Dental insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance