Orion Placement is looking for Civil Litigation Associate Attorney (Insurance Defense) in Riverside, CA. This local job opportunity with ID 3662883197 is live since 2026-05-04 14:28:34.
About the job Civil Litigation Associate Attorney (Insurance Defense) Pay: $115,000.00 - $160,000.00 per year Why This Is a Great Opportunity
Join a well-established Inland Empire litigation firm with a long-standing presence and broad defense practice
Steady pipeline of civil litigation and insurance defense matters across state and federal courts
Hands-on litigation experience with real responsibility, not research only work
Strong local court access in Riverside and surrounding counties
Full benefits package including profit sharing
Location On-site in Riverside, CA - strong local litigation footprint with proximity to courts and government centers Note This role requires active California Bar membership and civil litigation defense experience (insurance defense strongly preferred). About Our Client Our client is a Riverside-based law firm with a broad litigation platform handling matters in state and federal courts, including ADR when appropriate. Their defense practice spans civil litigation and insurance-related disputes, supporting a wide range of institutional and business clients. Job Description
Handle civil litigation defense matters from intake through resolution
Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, and case strategy materials
Take and defend depositions and manage written discovery
Appear in court for hearings, CMCs, and motion practice
Communicate directly with clients, carriers, and opposing counsel
Work closely with legal assistants/secretaries on filings, calendaring, and trial prep
Support settlement efforts, mediation, and ADR as needed
Qualifications
Active CA Bar (required)
2+ years of civil litigation experience, ideally on the defense side
Comfortable managing deadlines, motion practice, and discovery independently
Strong legal writing and analytical skills
Courtroom experience (hearings, CMCs, motions) is a plus
Professional, responsive communicator with a team-oriented mindset