AmTrust Financial Services, Inc. · 1 week ago
Staff Counsel II
California, United States
Full-time
Hybrid
Lead/Staff
$130K/yr - $175K/yrAmTrust Financial Services, Inc. is a fast-growing commercial insurance company seeking an Attorney with general liability experience to join their Southern California Staff Counsel office. The role involves independently representing clients in court, analyzing legal issues, and providing legal advice while managing litigation related to general liability and property damage lawsuits.
FinanceFinancial ServicesInsurance
Responsibilities
Independently represents the Insured before the assigned Court and presents witnesses and evidence on litigated claims
Analyzes complex legal and factual issues, conducts extensive, well-reasoned legal research, independently develop and present defense strategies on behalf of the Insured
Prepares pleadings, written discovery, motions and briefs in support of defense strategies
Prepares for, attends and handles all activities related to full trial and/or appeals, as assigned
Provides effective and timely communications, information, legal advice and other services to clients and claims professionals on legal and factual issues
Position requires the use of independent judgment, research, litigation and analytical skills
Assists in developing training materials and presenting seminars for the Claim Department
Works with the Claim Department and Litigation Department on special projects related to the practice or line of business as needed
Communicates with the Court, witnesses, opposing counsel and clients in a manner consistent with established office procedures and the Code of Professional Conduct
Responsible for the prompt, efficient and effective disposition of assigned cases
Keeps current with market trends and demands. Attends continuing legal education seminars in order to maintain high level of professional expertise
Keeps current with market trends and demands
Performs other functionally related duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
JD from an ABA approved school and license to practice in California
General liability defense litigation experience
Excellent knowledge of civil procedure, rules of evidence and verbal and writing skills
Extensive deposition and alternative dispute resolution experience a must and trial experience preferred
Ability to handle cases in all the counties of Southern California
Preferred
Multi-state Bar admittance
Experience with Team Connect legal software and dictation
Experience with the supervision and development of more junior attorneys
Benefits
Medical & Dental Plans
Life Insurance, including eligible spouses & children
Health Care Flexible Spending
Dependent Care
401k Savings Plans
Paid Time Off
Company
AmTrust Financial Services, Inc.
AmTrust Financial Services, Inc., through its subsidiaries, operates as a multinational property and casualty insurance company.
Founded in 1998
5001-10000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown2006-11-13IPO
Leadership Team
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Daniel Pacicco
Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer
Carl Canales
Executive Vice President - North American Field Operations
Recent News
2025-11-07
2025-11-05
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