NEW IN - Insurance Defense Associate | Maritime & Transportation Litigation | Specialist B

NEW IN – Insurance Defense Associate | Maritime & Transportation Litigation | Specialist Boutique | Direct Partner Access | Up to $200K | Bay Area HybridHighlightsTrue specialist platform — build expertise in a niche practice that combines maritime, transportation, insurance, and subrogation work rather than joining a more generic defense shopInteresting, technical cases — matters can include maritime casualty, personal injury and wrongful death exposure, cargo disputes, marine insurance issues, transportation losses, and related coverage questionsDirect access to experienced partners — work closely with senior lawyers who are deeply embedded in the industry and known within their fieldStrong industry reputation — the firm and its lawyers are active in key sector associations and regularly speak on industry topics, which is a strong signal of credibility and profile in the spaceBroad litigation exposure — gain experience across both maritime and non-maritime disputes, including defense, coverage, and subrogation workLong-term growth opportunity — ideal for someone who wants to develop into a true specialist and build a long-term career in a boutique where contributions are visibleThese points are grounded in the firm's public description of its practice and attorneys, including maritime casualty, Jones Act and personal injury defense, cargo and property subrogation, insurance coverage, and active leadership in maritime and insurance industry groups.The RoleYou will work on a mix of insurance defense, maritime, and transportation litigation matters, with responsibilities likely to include:Managing cases from early investigation through resolutionDrafting pleadings, motions, and coverage analysesHandling written discovery and depositionsWorking on casualty, cargo, injury, and insurance disputesSupporting trial and appellate work where neededCommunicating directly with insurer, transportation, and industry clientsWhy a candidate should want this roleYou get to build a real specialty that will differentiate you in the marketYou will be part of a smaller, expert team rather than one cog in a large defense platformThe work is likely to be more varied and intellectually interesting than standard general liability filesYou will have close exposure to lawyers with deep sector knowledge and real standing in the fieldIt is a strong fit for someone who wants hands-on litigation experience, direct responsibility, and a clear long-term nicheCompensationUp to $200,000 base depending on experienceBenefits packageHybrid flexibilityLocationSan Francisco Bay Area - Hybrid working modelMust-Haves2–3+ years of civil litigation or insurance defense experienceActive California Bar licenseStrong drafting, research, discovery, and deposition skillsApply ConfidentiallyEmail your resume to waisanlee@wearerevolution.co