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In-House Insurance Defense Attorney

Applied Underwriters
Los Angeles, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/17/2026 CLOSED ON 4/20/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the In-House Insurance Defense Attorney position at Applied Underwriters?

Tired of billable hour requirements? Ready to focus on quality legal work over time tracking? Looking for a healthier work/life balance?

Applied Underwriters, a rapidly growing global insurance company, is seeking a motivated and experienced attorney to join our in-house legal team in Woodland Hills. This full-time position is ideal for a legal professional with 3 years of insurance defense experience, particularly in commercial auto and general liability matters.

The successful candidate must be capable of working both independently and collaboratively in our collegial environment. You will be responsible for all aspects of litigation handling commercial auto and general liability claims.

Requirements:

  • California State Bar membership.
  • J.D. from an accredited law school.
  • At least three years experience as a Personal Injury Defense Attorney
  • Case management, interviewing witnesses, written discovery, depositions of lay and expert witnesses, defending clients at deposition, mediation and settlement conferences, and communicating with and responding to clients and adjusters.
  • Law and motion experience, including discovery and dispositive motions


Our Benefits Include:

  • 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees
  • 401(k) plan with 100% immediate vesting and a 4% company match
  • Paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays
  • On-site pharmacy, Promesa, provides convenient prescription delivery directly to you
  • Life, disability, critical illness and accident insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Pre-tax Flexible Spending Accounts for health, dependent care, and commuter-related expenses
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Fitness reimbursement and various additional quality-of-life benefits


Embark on a rewarding career journey at Applied Underwriters, where employees have been at the heart of our success story for more than 30 years. Headquartered in Omaha, NE, our company thrives on innovation and empowers our employees to shape the future of global risk services. Join a team where your ideas are valued and your talents are nurtured with formal, paid training and mentorship. Experience a workplace culture that celebrates initiative, recognizes results, and provides outstanding benefits that allow you to focus on achieving your full potential.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

Salary : $125,000 - $500,000

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