Civil Litigation Defense Attorney Job at Robert Half (Seattle)

Civil Litigation Defense Associate Attorney

A respected Am Law firm is seeking a Civil Litigation Defense Associate Attorney...

Location

United States , Westwood

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

2+ years of civil litigation defense experience
Active California bar license
J.D. from a top 150 law school

Job Responsibility

Manage all phases of litigation, from case strategy to resolution
Draft pleadings, motions, and conduct legal research
Handle written discovery and depositions
Support trial prep and participate in hearings and trials

What we offer

Health, dental, and vision coverage starting the 1st of the month after your start date
10 days PTO + 8 sick days annually
401(k) with a 3% safe harbor employer contribution
Firm-paid life and disability insurance, plus FSA options

Fulltime

Junior Insurance Defense Litigation Attorney

We are looking for an Attorney to join a detail-oriented services firm in Phoeni...

Location

United States , Phoenix

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Active license to practice law in good standing
At least 1 year of experience in litigation or a strong interest in developing within insurance defense
newly admitted attorneys will be considered
Working knowledge of civil litigation procedures and court filing practices
Ability to draft motions, legal briefs, and related written advocacy materials effectively
Experience with or understanding of discovery processes, including written discovery and document review
Strong legal research, analytical thinking, and written communication skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work both independently and collaboratively

Job Responsibility

Represent clients in insurance defense matters and manage litigation files from initial review through resolution
Prepare persuasive legal motions, briefs, and other court filings with strong attention to accuracy and deadlines
Handle discovery activities, including drafting requests and responses, reviewing documents, and supporting fact development
Analyze case details, legal issues, and exposure to help shape defense strategies and recommend next steps
Participate in hearings, depositions, mediations, and other litigation proceedings as experience and case needs require
Collaborate with colleagues and firm leadership during the onboarding period through in-office training and ongoing case guidance
Maintain organized documentation, track procedural requirements, and ensure matters progress efficiently through each stage of litigation

What we offer

fully employer-paid benefits
medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
401(k) plan

Fulltime

Civil Litigation Attorney

A respected boutique litigation firm is seeking a Civil Litigation Attorney to j...

Location

United States , Los Angeles

Salary:

150000.00 - 200000.00 USD / Year

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Active California Bar license
Civil litigation experience
Interest in professional liability, insurance coverage, employment defense, or commercial litigation

Job Responsibility

Manage a litigation caseload from inception through resolution
Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, and status reports
Communicate directly with clients regarding case strategy and developments
Take and defend depositions
Participate in mediations, arbitrations, and trials
Handle professional liability matters involving attorneys, insurance agents/brokers, accountants, architects, and engineers
Assist with employment defense, insurance coverage, and commercial litigation matters

What we offer

Full benefits package
PTO accrual plus paid sick leave
Flexible work arrangements
Professional development opportunities

Fulltime

Civil Litigation Attorney (Texas Licensed | Remote)

Location

United States , Dallas

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Active Texas law license required
5+ years of civil litigation experience
Demonstrated ability to draft pleadings and motions independently
Defense-side civil litigation background required
Insurance defense experience highly preferred
Some appellate exposure (state or federal) preferred (briefing, research, or support)
Familiarity with Texas civil procedure
Ability to step into matters mid-stream and work efficiently

Job Responsibility

Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, and other litigation documents
Assist with motion practice, legal research, and brief writing
Support ongoing civil litigation matters in state and/or federal court
Prepare amended answers, discovery responses, and other routine filings
Assist with depositions, hearings, and case preparation as needed
Work collaboratively with attorneys on existing matters

What we offer

Medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
Enrollment in company 401(k) plan

Fulltime

Associate Attorney – Civil Litigation

We are seeking an experienced Associate Attorney with 3+ years of civil litigati...

Location

United States , Seattle

Salary:

135000.00 - 165000.00 USD / Year

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

J.D. from an accredited law school
Active membership in the Washington State Bar (or ability to become admitted promptly)
Minimum 3 years of civil litigation experience, preferably in Insurance Defense
Strong research, writing, and analytical skills
Ability to work independently in a remote environment while maintaining high professional standards
Excellent communication and client‑service skills
Proven ability to manage deadlines and caseload efficiently

Job Responsibility

Manage all phases of litigation, including discovery, motion practice, depositions, and court appearances
Prepare pleadings, briefs, and legal memoranda
Develop case strategies and provide clients with clear, concise updates and guidance
Conduct and defend depositions of parties, witnesses, and experts
Attend hearings, mediations, and arbitrations
Collaborate with partners and senior attorneys on complex matters while maintaining autonomy on assigned cases
Meet an annual billable requirement of 1850 hours

What we offer

401(k) with 5% Safe Harbor employer contribution
Profit‑sharing program
Healthcare coverage
3 weeks of PTO
100% remote work with flexibility and autonomy

Fulltime

Contract Civil Litigation Attorney

Our client, a well-established law firm handling insurance defense matters invol...

Location

United States , Walnut Creek

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Active California Bar admission in good standing
Background in civil litigation in California
Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills
Experience drafting motions and handling substantive law-and-motion work
Ability to work independently while coordinating with attorneys of record
Comfortable supporting litigation matters without appearing in court or acting as attorney of record
Availability to work 20–40 hours per week, with flexibility based on workload

Job Responsibility

Draft and revise pleadings, motions, and supporting memoranda
Conduct legal research and analysis related to civil litigation matters
Prepare written discovery responses and assist with discovery strategy
Draft dispositive and non-dispositive motions, oppositions, and replies
Review case materials and provide litigation support to attorneys of record
Assist with legal analysis and strategy development on insurance defense cases, including auto and trucking matters
Collaborate with the internal legal team to meet deadlines and case needs

What we offer

medical
vision
dental
life and disability insurance
eligibility to enroll in company 401(k) plan

Parttime

Insurance Defense Litigation Attorney

We are looking for an experienced Insurance Defense Litigation Attorney to join ...

Location

United States , Hartford

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Minimum of 3 years of experience in Insurance Defense Litigation
Juris Doctorate (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school
Active license to practice law in Connecticut
Strong analytical and writing skills
Ability to handle cases independently from initiation to settlement or trial
Proven ability to draft motions, legal memoranda, and prepare for trial independently

Job Responsibility

Manage all stages of litigation, including drafting pleadings, conducting discovery, and preparing motions
Take and defend depositions to gather and present evidence effectively
Prepare legal documents such as motions, briefs, and discovery responses
Represent clients in court proceedings and communicate directly with them to understand case needs
Collaborate with colleagues and support staff to develop case strategies and ensure smooth case management
Conduct thorough legal research and analysis to build strong defenses and case arguments
Communicate in a detail-oriented manner with opposing counsel, clients, and the court regarding case updates and proceedings
Attend hearings, depositions, and trials as required to advocate for clients
Handle civil litigation defense matters across various areas, including general liability, personal injury, construction defect, commercial trucking, and employment law

What we offer

Medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
Company 401(k) plan
Free online training

Associate Attorney – Civil Litigation

A leading Chicago-based litigation firm is seeking an experienced Associate Atto...

Location

United States , Chicago

Salary:

110000.00 - 175000.00 USD / Year

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school
Active Illinois bar license (additional state licenses a plus)
5–7 years of civil defense litigation experience (product liability background preferred)
Proven record taking/defending depositions, conducting discovery, and managing all phases of defense litigation
Excellent legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills
Organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple cases with limited supervision
Previous trial and ADR experience highly valued

Job Responsibility

Handle all aspects of civil litigation, including product liability defense, from pre-litigation assessment through trial
Take and defend depositions
manage written discovery and case evaluation
Draft pleadings, motions, legal memoranda, and settlement agreements
Represent clients in court proceedings: hearings, status calls, pretrials, trials, and mediations
Communicate directly with clients, opposing counsel, and court, providing litigation updates and case evaluations
Collaborate efficiently with partners, associates, and support staff while helping develop case management systems

What we offer

Year-end discretionary bonus
Full suite of benefits including 401(k) employer match, health, dental, and vision insurance
No billable hour requirements

Fulltime

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