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Sentry · 1 day ago

Senior Trial Attorney

San Jose, CA

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level

$159K/yr - $239K/yr

7+ years exp

Sentry is a leading mutual insurance company in the United States, recognized for its commitment to employee satisfaction. They are seeking a Senior Trial Attorney to represent the interests of insured clients by defending claims under insurance policies, handling a full caseload of litigation matters, and ensuring effective communication with policyholders and claims associates.

Insurance

Responsibilities

Represent the interest of the insured and Sentry in defending claims, ensuring that there is no conflict of interest between the policyholder and Sentry

Handle a full caseload from minimal to highly complex matters through trial

Handle pleadings, motion practice, depositions, written discovery, expert witness retention and discovery, dispositive motions, and trial preparation and presentation with minimal oversight

Communicate and report to policyholders and claims associates on the progress of litigation, strategy, and evolution of matters

Conduct examinations under oath, sworn statements, and similar non-litigated matters as may be necessary

Assist in preparing forms for use throughout the department including, but not limited to, pleadings, discovery, jury instructions, dispositive motions, and correspondence

Qualification

Juris Doctor DegreeLicensed attorneyInsurance defense litigationTrial experienceDepositionsBilingualSelf-managementConflict resolution

Required

Bachelor's degree and Juris Doctor Degree

7+ years of related work experience

Experience as a licensed attorney with some insurance defense litigation, including experience taking/defending depositions, court appearances, handling dispositive motions, retaining expert witnesses, and trial experience as first chair or solo trial chair

Valid license to practice law, in good standing, in the state of California

Proven ability to deal with people where conflict and controversy exist

Ability to self-manage and operate as an attorney with a full caseload and minimal daily oversight

Preferred

Bilingual preferred

Benefits

Flexibility through a scheduled Hybrid work model

In-office workspace and materials for your home office

Meal Subsidy available for associates who report to an office

401(K) plan with a dollar for dollar match on your first eight percent, plus immediate vesting

Continue your education and career development through Sentry University (SentryU)

Tuition Reimbursement program

Generous Paid-Time Off plan

Volunteer-Time off

Group Medical, Dental, Vision, Life insurance

Parental leave

Health and Wellness benefits

Well-being and Employee Assistance programs

Sentry Foundation gift matching program

Company

Sentry

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In 1904, members of the Wisconsin Retail Hardware Association founded their own insurance company—one built on mutual support, shared strength, and a commitment to service.

Founded in 1904

Stevens Point, WI, US

5001-10000 employees