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Insurance Defense Associate Attorney

Schumann Arevalo LLP
Irvine, CA Full Time | Contractor
POSTED ON 8/18/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 12/5/2026

Insurance Defense / Civil Litigation Attorney

All Experience Levels Welcome

About Us

We are a litigation-focused firm handling high-exposure, complex, multi-party general liability cases arising out of catastrophic accidents. Our matters frequently involve life-altering injuries, including paralysis, traumatic brain injury, dismemberment, and wrongful death.

In addition to catastrophic injury defense, we handle a diverse litigation portfolio including:

  • Uninsured/Underinsured Motorist (UM/UIM) defense
  • Business and commercial litigation
  • Commercial collections
  • Landlord-tenant disputes
  • Bankruptcy and insolvency litigation
  • Estate and probate litigation
  • Defamation and malicious prosecution defense
  • Fraud and misrepresentation claims
  • Federal litigation under the Perishable Agricultural Commodities Act (PACA)
  • Regulatory enforcement matters
  • Trial practice in personal injury and commercial disputes

Our firm applies sophisticated and strategic approaches to litigation to accomplish client goals.

Position Overview

We are seeking motivated attorneys at all experience levels to join our growing litigation team.

Attorneys will handle cases from inception through resolution, including:

  • Drafting pleadings and dispositive motions
  • Managing written discovery
  • Taking and defending depositions
  • Court appearances and motion practice
  • Mediations and settlement negotiations
  • Trial preparation and trial
  • Reporting and Communicating with Client

This is a hands-on litigation role with substantial responsibility.

What We Offer

  • Training and mentorship for junior attorneys
  • Autonomy and strategic case control for experienced attorneys
  • Immediate courtroom exposure
  • Direct client interaction
  • Complex, high-exposure litigation experience
  • Competitive compensation (commensurate with experience)

Qualifications

  • J.D. from an accredited law school
  • California State Bar Admission in good standing
  • Strong legal writing and analytical skills
  • Ability to manage multiple matters effectively
  • Litigation experience preferred but not required

Ideal Candidate

  • Strategic thinker
  • Highly organized
  • Comfortable handling high-exposure cases
  • Self-motivated and able to work independently
  • Interested in developing sophisticated litigation skills

Pay: $135,000.00 - $200,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Flexible schedule
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Retirement plan
  • Vision insurance

License/Certification:

  • California State Bar License (Preferred)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Irvine, CA 92606

Salary : $135,000 - $200,000

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