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Insurance Defense Associate

Philadelphia, PA

Base salary
$135,000 to $165,000
Experience
3 to 8 years
Arrangement
Hybrid

A law firmPosted July 30, 2026Updated September 22, 2026Reference DF93D7

A law firm is hiring an insurance defense associate for a hybrid role in Philadelphia. The position calls for three to eight years of experience, New Jersey licensure, and New Jersey auto defense experience.

What the role involves

  • Handle a caseload of insurance defense matters
  • Handle New Jersey auto liability defense matters

What you'll need

  • Licensed to practice in New Jersey
  • New Jersey auto defense experience
  • 3 to 8 years of insurance defense experience

Highlights

  • 1,950 hour annual billable target
  • Access to legal assistants and paralegal support

Pay context

Typical base salary for insurance defense attorneys with 3 to 4 years of experience at mid-size and regional firms: $150,000.

ITG 2026 data from mid-size and regional firms, as of September 2026.

Associate salary data by practice area

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