- Lead case strategy from intake through final resolution across state and federal venues.
- Draft, argue, and win dispositive, discovery, and procedural motions.
- Take and defend depositions of fact and expert witnesses; present persuasive oral argument at hearings, mediations, and arbitrations.
- Design and drive discovery plans, ensuring timely, defensible production and compliance.
- Collaborate with partners on trial preparation while mentoring junior attorneys and legal staff.
- Provide proactive client communication with clear risk assessments and creative settlement pathways.
- Juris Doctor and active Arizona bar admission (federal eligibility a plus).
- 5+ years' civil-litigation experience managing files independently and delivering successful results.
- Proven excellence in legal research, writing, and oral advocacy.
- Background in insurance-coverage, bad-faith, or complex commercial matters.
- Experience in regulated or emerging sectors (e.g., cannabis, fintech).
- History of supervising junior team members and coordinating multi-jurisdictional discovery.
- Competitive base salary DOE plus quarterly performance bonuses.
- Comprehensive medical, 401(k) with profit sharing, and firm-funded CLE.
- Modern Scottsdale office with hybrid flexibility after ramp-up.
- Direct access to seasoned trial partners invested in your growth.
- Meaningful courtroom work—no endless document review.
- A collaborative culture that values initiative, creativity, and mentorship.
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Senior Defense Associate – Complex Coverage - Scottsdale - Blue Signal Search
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Senior Defense Associate – Complex Coverage & Commercial Litigation
Location: Scottsdale, AZ
Have you got what it takes to succeed The following information should be read carefully by all candidates.
A thriving, boutique litigation firm is expanding its Scottsdale team and seeks a seasoned litigator ready to take ownership of significant insurance-coverage, bad-faith, and high-value commercial disputes. Step into a courtroom-focused practice where strategic thinking, autonomy, and mentoring are celebrated—so you can sharpen your trial skills, guide junior colleagues, and directly influence client outcomes.
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