What are the responsibilities and job description for the Litigation Attorney - (Associate - Partner) - Insurance Defense position at Stone Kalfus?
Location: Walnut Creek, CAAbout the Firm:Stone Kalfus LLP is a civil litigation firm with a national footprint and a reputation for results. Our attorneys represent Fortune 500 companies, top-rated insurers, and industry leaders across the transportation, automotive, retail, and hospitality sectors. We pride ourselves on being defense lawyers who run offense — building proactive, trial-ready strategies that consistently deliver strong outcomes for our clients. With offices in Georgia, California, Nevada, Utah, and Wyoming, we’re growing rapidly and expanding our California team to meet increasing client demand.The Role:We’re hiring litigation attorneys at multiple experience levels to join our California team. The firm handles complex insurance defense matters, including trucking, premises liability, and general liability cases. We’re looking for attorneys who are confident managing files, drafting discovery and motions, participating in depositions, and engaging with clients and carriers.Key Responsibilities:Manage or support insurance defense cases from intake through resolutionDraft pleadings, discovery, and legal memorandaConduct or assist with depositions and hearingsCommunicate with clients, opposing counsel, and claims professionalsContribute to trial prep and strategyQualifications:J.D. from an accredited law schoolLicensed and in good standing in California1–10 years of post-bar litigation experienceStrong legal writing, organization, and communication skillsInsurance defense experience is a plusBackground in trucking/transportation law is a plusWhy Join Stone Kalfus LLP?High-quality litigation work and national insurance client baseTrial opportunity and mentorship at all levelsCollaborative, growing team with leadership potentialCompetitive compensation and bonus program based on billable thresholdsStone Kalfus LLP is an equal opportunity employer. We do not accept unsolicited resume submissions from search firms; firms submitting without prior agreement will not be eligible for compensation.Company DescriptionStone Kalfus LLP is a civil litigation firm with a national footprint and a reputation for results. Our attorneys represent Fortune 500 companies, top-rated insurers, and industry leaders across the transportation, automotive, retail, and hospitality sectors. We pride ourselves on being defense lawyers who run offense — building proactive, trial-ready strategies that consistently deliver strong outcomes for our clients. With offices in Georgia, California, Nevada, Utah, and Wyoming, we’re growing rapidly and expanding our team to meet increasing client demand.
Salary : $125,000 - $225,000