Tom Trese
Litigation Associate Attorney (Insurance Defense / ERISA / ESOP)
Tom Trese, Napa, California, United States, 94559
Litigation Associate Attorney (Insurance Defense / ERISA / ESOP)
Napa, California
ID
j-9552
Job Type
Direct Hire
Remote Type
On‑Site
Compensation
$130,000 – $150,000 / yr
Why This Is a Great Opportunity
Build long‑term client relationships with room to grow and advance
Work alongside experienced litigators and corporate attorneys with recognized depth in this niche
Excellent professional development support: training, CLE reimbursement, marketing budgets, bonuses
Insurance defense and liability litigation experience strongly preferred
ESOP, ERISA, employee benefits, or corporate transactions exposure is a plus (not required)
Location On‑site in Napa, CA
Note
Must be
actively licensed in California
Must have
3+ years
litigation experience (ideal range is 3+ through 5 years)
Insurance defense and liability litigation experience is strongly preferred
ESOP, ERISA, employee benefits, or corporate transactions exposure is a plus (not required)
About Our Client
Our client is a national defense litigation firm known for high‑stakes disputes nationwide and a long‑tenured, professional team culture. This Napa‑based role is uniquely positioned to support both litigation matters and a specialized ESOP and employee benefits practice.
Job Description
Manage litigated claims and drive case progress from start to finish
Handle trial prep: strategy, discovery, records review, client and witness preparation
Take and defend depositions and manage key witness development
Draft and argue motions and attend hearings
Communicate directly with clients and support relationship building
Draft settlement agreements and other contracts as needed
Support non‑litigation corporate work including ESOP formation, related transactions, and executive compensation matters
Collaborate across litigation and corporate stakeholders while maintaining high quality and responsiveness
Qualifications
Active
California Bar
license in good standing
3+ years
litigation experience (insurance defense, premises liability, products liability, property damage preferred)
Strong writing, research, and practical judgment
Client‑focused, proactive, and comfortable managing multiple priorities
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Why You’ll Love Working Here
Unique mix of litigation and business‑facing work that expands your long‑term career options
Strong stability, mentorship, and professional standards
Bonuses and merit‑based advancement opportunities
Benefits package including medical, dental, vision, HSA/FSA, life, disability, parental leave, 401(k), and profit sharing
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ID
j-9552
Job Type
Direct Hire
Remote Type
On‑Site
Compensation
$130,000 – $150,000 / yr
Why This Is a Great Opportunity
Build long‑term client relationships with room to grow and advance
Work alongside experienced litigators and corporate attorneys with recognized depth in this niche
Excellent professional development support: training, CLE reimbursement, marketing budgets, bonuses
Insurance defense and liability litigation experience strongly preferred
ESOP, ERISA, employee benefits, or corporate transactions exposure is a plus (not required)
Location On‑site in Napa, CA
Note
Must be
actively licensed in California
Must have
3+ years
litigation experience (ideal range is 3+ through 5 years)
Insurance defense and liability litigation experience is strongly preferred
ESOP, ERISA, employee benefits, or corporate transactions exposure is a plus (not required)
About Our Client
Our client is a national defense litigation firm known for high‑stakes disputes nationwide and a long‑tenured, professional team culture. This Napa‑based role is uniquely positioned to support both litigation matters and a specialized ESOP and employee benefits practice.
Job Description
Manage litigated claims and drive case progress from start to finish
Handle trial prep: strategy, discovery, records review, client and witness preparation
Take and defend depositions and manage key witness development
Draft and argue motions and attend hearings
Communicate directly with clients and support relationship building
Draft settlement agreements and other contracts as needed
Support non‑litigation corporate work including ESOP formation, related transactions, and executive compensation matters
Collaborate across litigation and corporate stakeholders while maintaining high quality and responsiveness
Qualifications
Active
California Bar
license in good standing
3+ years
litigation experience (insurance defense, premises liability, products liability, property damage preferred)
Strong writing, research, and practical judgment
Client‑focused, proactive, and comfortable managing multiple priorities
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Why You’ll Love Working Here
Unique mix of litigation and business‑facing work that expands your long‑term career options
Strong stability, mentorship, and professional standards
Bonuses and merit‑based advancement opportunities
Benefits package including medical, dental, vision, HSA/FSA, life, disability, parental leave, 401(k), and profit sharing
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