Description Well-established litigation firm, based in San Francisco, CA, is seeking a is seeking a Defense Litigation Attorney to support their growing caseload in insurance defense matters on a long-term contract basis. This is a fully remote position, but candidates must be licensed in California! Key Responsibilities: + Handle all phases of litigation, including case strategy development, legal research, motion drafting, discovery, and trial preparation. + Draft motions, pleadings, and case evaluations in complex insurance defense matters. + Manage discovery, including drafting and responding to interrogatories, document requests, and requests for admission. + Assist in taking and defending depositions of parties, witnesses, and experts, ensuring strategic case development. + Assist with pre-trial preparation, including case analysis, exhibit review, and witness preparation. + Provide litigation support to trial teams, including developing legal arguments, drafting trial briefs, and preparing key documentation. + Collaborate with partners, senior attorneys, and litigation teams to ensure efficient case progression. Requirements Qualifications: + Must be licensed to practice law in California and in good standing. + Strong litigation experience, including motion practice, depositions, and trial preparation. + Experience handling complex civil litigation for corporate clients, insurance carriers, or similar entities. + Ability to meet1900 billable hour requirement pace. + Excellent written and verbal communication skills. + Ability to work independently in a remote environment while meeting deadlines and case demands. + Willingness to travel to Los Angeles or San Francisco for trial, if necessary. If you are a CA-licensed Attorney with strong Insurance Defense or defense-side litigation experience looking for a long-term remote contract opportunity, we encourage you to apply! 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 (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. Robert Half will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. 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 “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .