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Senior Litigation Attorney

AttorneyAttorneyFull TimeRemoteTeam 10,001+Since 1853H1B SponsorCompany SiteLinkedIn

Location

California

Posted

16 days ago

Salary

$132.8K - $219.1K / year

Professional Certificate7 yrs expEnglish

Job Description

• In the independent handling of a caseload of higher exposure cases and most complex litigation matters, including Major Case and Complex Claim depending on line of business, your responsibilities will include: • Leverage trial experience to apply effective use of litigation skills and techniques to try cases to verdict or negotiate resolution. • Conduct advanced legal research and demonstrate strong and persuasive legal writing and presentation skills. • Draft substantive pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery and other legal documents. • Attend court events, depositions, and other appointments independently. • Provide in-depth, substantive case analysis and recommendations to insured clients and Claim partners on file handling strategies. • Collaborates with expert witnesses and consultants to develop case strategies, evaluate technical matters, and prepare compelling testimony for litigation. • Build and maintain strong internal and external client and business partner relationships, including independent responsibility for managing client and business partner relationships. • Provide internal and external training, seminars and legal updates to insured clients and Claim partners. • Provide leadership through mentoring other attorneys and legal support staff. • Initiate special projects and identifies other opportunities to support office goals/business needs. • Fully and effectively utilize available technology, case management system and automation. • Travel as required to meet business needs. • Perform other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

  • 7+ years of insurance defense litigation experience as a practicing attorney.
  • Strong aptitude for trying cases to a jury; proven track record of litigating jury trials, with a history of successful courtroom outcomes.
  • Demonstrates strong technical knowledge in the practice area(s) and the ability to effectively communicate complex information on litigated matters to diverse audiences.
  • Advanced oral and written advocacy skills, with a demonstrated track record of summary judgment and/or appellate success.
  • Possesses in-depth knowledge of the bench, bar, local jurisdictional practices, adversaries.
  • Excels in fostering collaborative relationships with colleagues, customers, and business partners to deliver exceptional customer service.
  • Demonstrates strong leadership through mentoring and influencing skills.
  • Exercises sound decision making and possesses advanced negotiation skills.
  • Effectively manages multiple priorities with an attention to detail, sense of urgency & responsiveness.
  • Possesses a flexible and agile mindset with a willingness to take on new challenges as needs evolve.
  • Juris Doctorate or equivalent International legal degree; graduate of an accredited law school.
  • 7 years experience as a practicing attorney.
  • Active license in good standing to practice law in the state(s) in which representation is required.
  • Regularly handles hearings, trials, dispositive motion arguments, depositions, or other court proceedings and has the ability to transport to those meetings.
  • Valid driver's license required depending on the location.

Benefits

  • Health Insurance : Employees and their eligible family members – including spouses, domestic partners, and children – are eligible for coverage from the first day of employment.
  • Retirement: Travelers matches your 401(k) contributions dollar-for-dollar up to your first 5% of eligible pay, subject to an annual maximum.
  • If you have student loan debt, you can enroll in the Paying it Forward Savings Program.
  • When you make a payment toward your student loan, Travelers will make an annual contribution into your 401(k) account.
  • You are also eligible for a Pension Plan that is 100% funded by Travelers.
  • Paid Time Off: Start your career at Travelers with a minimum of 20 days Paid Time Off annually, plus nine paid company Holidays.
  • Wellness Program: The Travelers wellness program is comprised of tools, discounts and resources that empower you to achieve your wellness goals and caregiving needs.
  • In addition, our mental health program provides access to free professional counseling services, health coaching and other resources to support your daily life needs.
  • Volunteer Encouragement: We have a deep commitment to the communities we serve and encourage our employees to get involved. Travelers has a Matching Gift and Volunteer Rewards program that enables you to give back to the charity of your choice.

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