Description:
Salary Range:$200,000.00 To $250,000.00 Annually
MG+M The Law Firm (MG+M) is seeking an accomplished Partner-level Attorney to join our insurance defense litigation practice in any of our four California offices. This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned litigator with a demonstrated ability to manage complex matters, maintain strong client relationships, and contribute meaningfully to the growth and leadership of the firm.
MG+M is a nationally renowned litigation law firm concentrating on complex civil matters. The firm's expertise is diverse but focused in the areas of toxic tort, complex product liability, local government, general liability, and commercial litigation. We approach litigation as a unified team, integrating our efforts with those of our clients to advance their interests wherever they do business. Our goal is always to deliver optimal results at the best possible value.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Litigation & Case Management
- Lead and manage complex insurance defense matters, including general liability, toxic tort, and construction defect
- Develop case strategy, analyze risk, and provide clients with proactive, solutions‑oriented guidance
- Conduct all phases of litigation: pleadings, discovery, depositions, motion practice, mediation, arbitration, trial, and appeals.
- Ensure efficient and cost‑effective case management aligned with client expectations and billing guidelines
Client Relationship Management
- Serve as a primary point of contact for key clients, maintaining and deepening long‑term relationships
- Provide strategic counsel to claims professionals, corporate risk managers, and in‑house legal teams
- Identify and pursue opportunities to expand services to existing clients
Practice Development & Leadership
- Contribute to the firm's overall business strategy and participate in leadership committees as appropriate
- Generate new business by leveraging existing relationships, reputation in the insurance community, and thought leadership
- Mentor and develop associates to support high‑quality legal work and professional growth
- Collaborate with partners across practices to strengthen the firm's service offerings
Operational & Administrative Responsibilities
- Manage matter budgets, profitability, staffing, and client reporting
- Participate in partnership meetings, and strategic planning sessions
- Uphold the firm's quality standards, culture, and commitment to client service
Candidate Qualifications:
- Minimum of ten (10) years' litigation experience
- Juris Doctor from an accredited law school
- Admitted to practice in California
- Portable book of business/established relationship with clients/insurance carriers a plus
- First-chair or significant trial experience a plus
- Experience managing and supervising litigation teams
- Contributions to business development/client retention
- Strong organizational and case-management skills
- Ability to multi-task (manage client, leadership, case responsibilities)
- Other attributes: strategy, collaboration, accountability, professionalism
Why Should You Apply?
We offer a hybrid work environment, competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and 401(k).
MG+M will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant's age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and veteran or disability status. We are committed to cultivating an environment that embraces and promotes diversity as a fundamental value.
