Insurance Defense Attorney

Insurance Defense Attorney Robert Half - 3.9 Fresno, CA Job Details $150,000 - $200,000 a year 1 day ago Benefits Disability insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Vision insurance Qualifications Legal advocacy Trial material preparation assistance Court record maintenance Case assessment Legal discovery Mid-level Legal timekeeping Legal motion preparation Analysis skills Legal argument analysis Insurance claims litigation Court case file organization Legal case management Bar Court depositions Managing litigation projects Pleadings filing assistance Litigation response management Full Job Description We are looking for an Insurance Defense Attorney to join a growing civil litigation practice in Fresno, California. This position offers the opportunity to manage insurance defense and public entity matters while developing strong courtroom and deposition experience. The ideal candidate is eager to take an active role in litigation, contribute thoughtful case strategy, and deliver high-quality legal work in a collaborative firm environment.

Responsibilities:

Handle civil defense matters from early case assessment through resolution, with a focus on insurance defense and public entity representation. Research legal issues and prepare well-supported pleadings, motions, and other case filings for state court litigation. Manage written discovery by drafting requests, preparing responses, and evaluating opposing party submissions. Appear at hearings, defend or take depositions, and support broader case preparation efforts for trial or settlement. Analyze facts, evidence, and legal exposure to help shape defense strategy and guide case development. Maintain organized case files, track deadlines, and meet expected billable hour targets set by the firm. Work closely with colleagues and clients to communicate case updates, litigation risks, and recommended next steps. Active membership in good standing with the California State Bar. Experience in civil litigation, including exposure to insurance defense or related defense-side matters. Ability to draft motions, briefs, discovery requests, and discovery responses with accuracy and attention to detail. Confidence in court appearances, depositions, and other hands-on litigation activities. Strong analytical, research, and written advocacy skills. Commitment to managing deadlines effectively in a billable-hour-based legal environment. Trial preparation experience, including work with exhibits and supporting case materials, is valued. Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. Robert Half is not a law firm and does not provide legal representation. Robert Half project lawyers do not constitute a law firm among themselves. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking "," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use and Privacy Notice .