Staff Legal Attorney, Trial Attorney – General Liability

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in California.

📋 Description

• Manage all stages of litigation from initial assessment to resolution.

• Collaborate with claims professionals to formulate case strategies.

• Execute discovery processes.

• Negotiate settlements effectively.

• Attend and represent clients at hearings.

• Advocate for clients throughout the litigation journey.

• Senior attorneys may provide mentorship to colleagues and act as technical resources on intricate issues.

⛳️ Requirements

• Staff Legal Attorney: Juris Doctor with at least 1 year of litigation experience.

• Staff Legal Attorney: Must be a member of the Bar in good standing in the jurisdiction(s) where practice is conducted.

• Trial Attorney: Juris Doctor with 5 or more years of litigation experience.

• Trial Attorney: Must be a member in good standing of the California State Bar.

• Proficient in using Lexis or Westlaw.

• Trial Attorney: Familiarity with Microsoft Office and Adobe.

• Understanding of the insurance sector, claims, and the legal environment of insurance defense litigation.

• Knowledge of legal principles and procedures.

• Experience with Lexis, Westlaw, or comparable legal research platforms.

• GL trial experience is preferred.

• Strong communication and negotiation skills are preferred.

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities are preferred.

• Capability to independently manage a caseload is preferred.

• Experience in a collaborative team setting is preferred.

• Experience in trials, hearings, mediation, and settlements is preferred.

• Senior Trial Attorney candidates: experience with moderate to high-complexity cases, mentoring attorneys, and serving as a subject matter expert is preferred.

• Employment sponsorship is not available.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive compensation and incentive opportunities.

• 401(k) match along with additional company retirement contributions.

• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement.

• A collaborative culture that emphasizes both results and employee well-being.

• Eligibility for a short-term incentive bonus set at 10%.

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits for employees and their families.

• Flexibility for remote work.