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CSAA Insurance Group, a AAA Insurer · 1 day ago

In-House Litigation Attorney (California) - Hybrid

Folsom, CA

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$137K/yr - $152K/yr

10+ years exp

CSAA Insurance Group (CSAA IG), a AAA insurer, is one of the top personal lines property and casualty insurance groups in the U.S. They are seeking an In-House Litigation Attorney to manage complex litigated and non-litigated files, conduct trials, and mentor less senior attorneys. This role requires independent legal analysis and advocacy on behalf of CSAA IG and its member insureds.

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Comp. & Benefits

No H1B

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

Insurance defense practiceCourtroom experiencePersonal injury litigationLegal ethics knowledgeMS Office proficiencyOnline research toolsCreative advocacyIndependent thinkingCommunication skills

Required

10-12+ years of experience in insurance defense practice with considerable courtroom and first-chair trial experience

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 (California)

Skilled in personal injury litigation including liability assessment, causation, damages, coverage, personal injury damages and causation and the tri-partite relationship

Knowledge of general liability insurance coverage and CSAA IG policies

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

Proficient computer skills, including MS office and online research tools

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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Founded in 1914

Walnut Creek, California, USA

1001-5000 employees