Insurance Coverage and Bad Faith Attorney in Pasadena

Job Description

gpac (The #1 Recruiting Firm in the Nation) is partnering with a respected, mid-sized law firm in California to identify an experienced Insurance Coverage Attorney to join their growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney who thrives on analyzing complex policies, advising insurers, and litigating high-stakes coverage disputes.

About the Role
This position focuses on first- and third-party insurance coverage disputes, with a mix of litigation and pre-litigation advisory work. The right candidate will bring strong drafting skills, insurance policy interpretation expertise, and litigation experience in bad faith, declaratory relief actions, and coverage opinions.

What You’ll Do

• Analyze complex policy language (homeowners, auto, CGL, life, excess, and umbrella)
• Draft coverage opinions, reservation of rights, and denial letters
• Represent insurers in coverage litigation, including bad faith claims
• Handle pleadings, discovery, dispositive motions, and depositions
• Communicate directly with clients and provide clear, actionable guidance
• Assist in mediations, settlement negotiations, and trial preparation

What We’re Looking For

• 3–12 years of insurance coverage and litigation experience
• Strong working knowledge of California Insurance Code and bad faith law
• Excellent research, writing, and oral advocacy skills
• Proven experience drafting coverage opinions and litigating complex claims
• Licensed in California (Active and in Good Standing)
• Collaborative, detail-oriented, and client-service driven

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $145,000 – $190,000+, depending on experience
• Bonus potential based on billables and performance
• Full benefits package: medical, dental, vision, 401(k), CLEs, and paid time off
• Hybrid work schedule (office presence required based on case needs)
• Partnership track available for the right candidate

Interested?
If you're an experienced California insurance coverage attorney looking for a long-term opportunity with a respected team, reach out to Chad Calcaterra at gpac or send your resume directly for confidential consideration.
📩 Email: chad.calcaterra@gogpac.com
📞 Phone: (605) 401-6992

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.