Attorney I

Overview

This role involves serving as Attorney I and acting as the primary attorney assigned to a caseload defending 1 and 3 party cases related to the defense of personal injury lawsuits. Most matters are valued at $50,000 or less. Cases are handled from inception through posttrial motions, including bench trials, jury trials, and binding arbitration.

Responsibilities

• Review new and transfer file assignments, including sending an initial evaluation letter to claims and ensuring service of initial discovery within 30 days of receipt of assignment.
• Summarize discovery responses and medical records within 30 days of receipt.
• Take and defend depositions of parties, lay witnesses, and expert witnesses; complete deposition summaries within 20 days.
• Perform law and motion work, including legal research, preparation of motions, oppositions and replies to motion, and court appearances at law and motion.
• Prepare for trial, try cases, and handle posttrial motions, including preparation of pretrial documents, motions in limine and oppositions thereto, and all facets of a jury trial, trial motions, and posttrial motions.
• Complete additional tasks as necessary to adequately defend the insured, including assignments from managing and senior managing attorneys.

Requirements

• Law degree.
• Admission to the bar in the state(s) where practicing.
• Licensed in the state(s) where practicing.
• Effective communication, persuasion, and analytical skills.
• Ability to travel by automobile as needed (up to 20% of work time).
• Must meet established company standards regarding personal driving history and current license status to be eligible for the position.
• Ability to work independently with minimal direction and strong organizational skills to manage a caseload with exposures up to $50,000.

Preferred Qualifications

• Law degree from a state accredited or ABA accredited law school and admission to the bar in the state(s) where practicing.
• 3+ years as a licensed attorney with insurance defense experience.
• 1st and 2nd chair trial experience.
• Exceptional communication and analytical skills.

Compensation & Benefits

• Pay range: USD $94,458.00 - USD $179,048.00 /Yr.
• Incentive compensation, including potential for holiday bonus, referral bonus, and performance-based bonus.
• Paid time off (vacation time, sick time, 9 paid company holidays, and volunteer hours).
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and pet insurance.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match.
• Flexibility to work from anywhere in the United States for most positions.
• Company vehicle.
• Education assistance.
• Professional and personal development opportunities.
• Health and wellbeing resources, including free mental wellbeing therapy/coaching sessions, and child and eldercare resources.

Location

• Geo-salary information: An in-person interview may be required during the hiring process.
• In CA: Typical hiring range is $123,0477.70 to $150,428.30.
• The expected base salary for this position will vary depending on relevant experience, skills, and location.

Equal Opportunity Statement

An equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.