Senior Staff Attorney, Insurance Defense

Overview

A leading organization in the Finance & Insurance sector is seeking a Senior Staff Attorney specializing in Insurance Defense. This remote role (US-based candidates only, no visa sponsorship) involves managing complex litigation matters and supporting legal strategies within a regulated financial services environment. The position offers an opportunity to influence enterprise performance through effective legal defense and collaboration with executive leadership and cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of diverse insurance defense matters from inception through trial
• Analyze legal issues and develop defense strategies through thorough research
• Draft pleadings, motions, and briefs with minimal supervision
• Take and defend depositions; prepare witnesses for testimony
• Represent clients in trials, judicial hearings, mediations, and other alternative dispute resolution proceedings
• Provide practical legal advice and evaluations to Claims and insured partners
• Communicate effectively with all parties involved in legal proceedings

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
• Active license to practice law in California with the ability to appear in local state and federal courts
• Minimum of 7 years of relevant litigation experience, particularly in insurance defense and complex tort matters
• Documented first-chair jury trial and/or appellate experience preferred
• Strong legal writing, research, and persuasive advocacy skills
• Demonstrated case management and organizational abilities
• Familiarity with Northern California courts and local practices

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Trial experience in litigating auto and general liability cases
• Experience with case management systems such as Clio or MyCase
• Knowledge of AI tools for legal practice (e.g., Ross Intelligence, Legal Robot)
• Proficiency with digital communication and collaboration tools (e.g., Slack, Microsoft Teams)

Compensation & Benefits

• Annual salary range: $132,400 – $198,600
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Annual incentive bonus
• Paid holidays and time off, including fitness reimbursement
• Reimbursement for work-related travel and parking expenses
• Company-provided phone and internet reimbursement
• Ongoing training and mentorship programs for professional development

Location

• Remote position
• Candidates must be based in the United States
• No visa sponsorship available