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Company

CSAA Insurance Group, a AAA Insurer · 1 day ago

Litigation Attorney (Sacramento, Walnut Creek, San Jose, and Fresno) - Remote

California, United States

Full-time

Remote

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$122K/yr - $182K/yr

8+ years exp

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Hiring Manager

Justine Ramsey, MBA

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Responsibilities

Applies independent analysis and judgment to prepare legal pleadings, motions, statements, trial briefs, etc. with close coordination and input from claims specialists.

Appears and advocates on behalf of CSAA IG and its member insureds.

Conducts all phases of personal injury litigation including jury trials, motions, and arbitration hearings.

Is assigned and responsible for the most complex and/or highest value cases.

Works on and responsible for handling complex legal matters or projects including matters not in litigation.

Serves as a resource for assigned legal disciplines and resolves major issues within legal specialty area with considerable independence.

Anticipates and advises on potential legal issues significantly impacting insurance and motor club operations.

Qualification

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Law degreeBar licenseInsurance defense experienceFirst chair civil trial experiencePersonal injury law knowledgeGeneral liability insurance knowledgeMedical-legal issues knowledgeMS Office proficiencyWESTLAW proficiencyLegal ethics understandingIndependent analysisHeavy workload managementCreative advocacyClient interest focus

Required

Advanced degree in related area that Requires law degree and passing of bar exam.

Certification(s) and/or licensure(s) in functional area and License from state of practice required in California

8+ years experience in insurance defense practice

Significant first chair civil trial experience

Knowledge of personal injury law and procedure.

Knowledge with general liability insurance coverage

Ability to communicate verbally and in writing in an organized and timely manner.

Computer skills, MS office, online research tools such as WESTLAW.

Knowledge of medical - legal issues pertaining to tort law.

Understands the legal implications of information found in medical records.

Knowledge of current law and issues within area of specialty.

Ability to manage heavy workload of complex cases with a high degree of efficiency.

Ability to advocate creatively, persuasively and effectively.

The ability to think and act independently in a client’s best interest.

Knowledge and understanding of legal ethics.

Preferred

Actively shapes our company culture (e.g., participating in employee resource groups, volunteering, etc.)

Lives into cultural norms (e.g., willing to have cameras when it matters: helping onboard new team members, building relationships, etc.)

Travels as needed for role, including divisional / team meetings and other in-person meetings

Fulfills business needs, which may include investing extra time, helping other teams, etc.

Benefits

Total compensation package

Performance bonus

401(k) with a company match

Company

CSAA Insurance Group, a AAA Insurer

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Why we're forever forward -- At CSAA IG, one thing will always endure: our commitment to excellence in everything we do for our members, employees and communities.

Founded in 1914

Walnut Creek, California, USA

1001-5000 employees