Farmers Insurance DDHQ ยท 1 month ago
Senior Insurance Defense Trial Attorney - Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$134K/yr - $214K/yr
7+ years expFarmers Insurance is seeking a seasoned Trial Lawyer to join their Los Angeles area staff counsel team. This position is responsible for representing clients in all areas of insurance defense practice, handling cases primarily of moderate to high complexity and exposure, managing all phases of cases from intake to resolution.
Insurance
Responsibilities
Litigates moderate to high complexity and exposure cases and/or cases involving unique legal or procedural issues and performs duties necessary from intake to trial and/or settlement
This includes but is not limited to preparation of pleadings, motions, discovery, and briefs
Acts as the lead attorney at hearings, conferences, interviews, mediations, arbitrations, and/or trials
Develops strategies and arguments to thoroughly prepare for trial
Utilizes knowledge of legal precedents to analyze the probable outcomes of a case
Identifies the strengths and weaknesses of approaches to a case
Performs or ensures completion of any other tasks or duties necessary for the proper representation of clients
Consults with Claims Executive team and renders legal strategy recommendations regarding the legal aspects of the handling of personal injury claims
Provides guidance to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards
Interprets applicable industry laws, rulings and regulations
Functionally supervises attorneys who are assisting in the handling of cases as development opportunities
Provides guidance and mentorship with the autonomy to learn
Qualification
Required
Licensed to practice Law in applicable states required upon hire
Seven years of litigation experience required
Insurance defense, personal injury, and/or jury trial experience required
Public speaking
Ability to function and handle high case loads in adversarial or confrontational situations
Driving
Effective leadership skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to command the attention of an audience
Demonstrated problem solving skills
Possesses a genuine interest in the defense of Insurance regulations
Ability to represent the company with external constituents
Handles conflict effectively with the ability to quickly interpret and respond to new information
Demonstrates excellent judgment and decision making skills
Ability to work within tight timeframes and meet strict deadlines
Excellent time management and priority setting skills
Articulate and responsive to colleagues
Possesses strong technical aptitude
Adept and proficient at using technology to maximize efficiency in virtual, paperless environment
Preferred
Bachelors degree preferred
First and second chair trial experience in bodily injury litigation strongly preferred
Multistate jurisdictional practice preferred
Benefits
Bonus Opportunity (based on Company and Individual Performance)
401(k)
Medical
Dental
Vision
Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
Life Insurance
Paid Time Off
Paid Parental Leave
Tuition Assistance
Company
Farmers Insurance DDHQ
The Denver District Headquarters of Farmers Insurance is a pillar in the Denver community and an industry leader.
Englewood, Colorado, US
2-10 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Jared Seyl
Founder at Denver District Headquarters
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