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Zurich Insurance · 2 months ago

Staff Legal Liability Trial Attorney

Irvine, CA

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$140K/yr - $175K/yr

5+ years exp

Zurich Insurance is seeking a successful Liability Trial Attorney to work out of their Irvine, CA office on a hybrid schedule. The role involves representing commercial insureds in litigation, preparing and trying cases, and ensuring compliance with ethical standards.

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Comp. & Benefits

No H1B

Responsibilities

Representing the commercial insureds of a prestigious and financially stable commercial insurance carrier

Preparing and trying moderate to high exposure General Liability, Commercial Auto and Products Liability cases

Engage in the practice of law, at all times in compliance with the ethical standards as established by the national/local area of practice

Perform duties encompassing all aspects of insurance defense, including initial investigation and legal analysis and advice

Preparing and filing legal pleadings and documents

Performing legal research

Preparing for and conducting pre-trial discovery

Preparing for and aggressively handling hearings and trials

Conducting post-trial activities where appropriate

Achieve best outcomes for clients by demonstrating a high level of technical excellence in case handling, trial preparation and presentation for matters of moderate to high complexity

Drive positive outcomes by correctly applying the law and legal trends, conducting legal analysis and research, preparing legal pleadings and documents, preparing for and managing pre-trial discovery, and participating in judicial or administrative hearings and trials

Document case files by accurately capturing and updating relevant information in compliance with best practices

Work to have a timely resolution to matters by collaborating with the claims adjuster, developing a case strategy and escalating issues as appropriate

Ensure customer service to clients by proactively communicating information; responding to inquiries; and following customer protocols

Determine and implement alternative dispute resolution techniques as appropriate, by using effective mediation and negotiation skills within authority limit

Maintain professional and technical knowledge by participating in educational opportunities, staying current with industry trends, establishing personal networks and participating in professional societies

Contribute to the team effort by accomplishing related results and collaborating on matters as needed

Serve as a technical resource by providing guidance and/or mentoring lower level attorneys on legal strategies and use of tools and resources

Ensure legal compliance by following state and federal laws and regulations

Protect Zurich’s reputation by keeping claims information confidential

Qualification

Juris DoctorCalifornia State BarLitigation experienceInsurance defense knowledgeMicrosoft OfficeAdobeLexisWestlawAnalytical skillsEffective communicationNegotiation skillsTeam collaborationProblem solving

Required

Juris Doctor and 5 or more years of experience in the Litigation area

Member in good standing of the California State Bar Association

Experience with Microsoft Office and Adobe

Experience working with Lexis or Westlaw

Knowledge of the insurance industry, claims and the insurance defense litigation legal environment

Knowledge of the law and procedure

Preferred

Effective communication skills

Effective negotiation skills

Experience working in a team-based environment

Collaboration skills

Effective problem solving and analytical skills

Benefits

Short-term incentive bonuses

Merit increases

401K match

Second 401K company contribution

Flexible work options

Summer hours

Company

Zurich Insurance

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Zurich Insurance Group (Zurich) is a leading global multi-line insurer founded more than 150 years ago, which has grown into a business serving more than 75 million customers in more than 200 countries and territories, while delivering industry-leading total shareholder returns.

Founded in 1872

Zürich, Zurich, CHE

10001+ employees