Overview
This role supports the organization’s legal subrogation efforts by leading complex auto and property subrogation matters from investigation through resolution. You will provide legal guidance to claims partners and business stakeholders while independently managing sophisticated litigation and contributing to successful recovery outcomes.
Responsibilities
- Manage all aspects of complex auto and property subrogation litigation from investigation through resolution, including:
- Discovery, depositions, and motion practice
- Negotiations, arbitrations, trials, and post-trial motions
- Investigate and evaluate subrogation opportunities by determining liability and damages and developing recovery strategies to maximize results
- Lead negotiations with carriers, attorneys, and third parties to achieve favorable recovery outcomes and efficient dispute resolution
- Review new file assignments, develop litigation strategies, and provide legal guidance aligned with business objectives
- Partner with claims professionals and business stakeholders to provide legal counsel on litigation risks, recovery opportunities, and case strategy
- Prepare and present witnesses; conduct depositions; represent the organization in hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and trials
- Analyze claims files, expert reports, legal authorities, and other case materials to support litigation strategy and recovery recommendations
- Prepare and argue pre-trial and post-trial motions, settlement proceedings, and other complex legal matters
- Monitor developments in applicable laws, regulations, and case law and provide proactive guidance on potential impacts to subrogation recoveries and litigation strategy
- Manage a high-volume caseload and legal projects effectively while collaborating with attorneys, claims teams, and support staff
Requirements
- Applicants must be licensed to practice in the state of California
- Applicants must reside in the following states: CA, WA, AZ, NV, OR
- Juris Doctorate required
- Active membership in good standing with the California State Bar required
- 4+ years of litigation experience, including insurance defense, subrogation, personal injury, property damage litigation, or related practice areas
- Demonstrated ability to independently manage a substantial litigation caseload from inception through resolution
- Experience conducting depositions, mediations, arbitrations, hearings, and other litigation proceedings
- Strong knowledge of civil litigation procedures, legal strategy development, negotiation, and dispute resolution
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, LexisNexis (preferred), and legal research platforms
- Ability to collaborate effectively with attorneys, paralegals, claims professionals, and support staff
- Comfortable working in a remote environment and willing to travel throughout California for trials & court appearances on an as needed basis
Preferred Qualifications
Compensation & Benefits
- Base salary range: $130,000 to $153,925 annually, based on experience and qualifications
- Additional annual bonus opportunity
- $10,000 sign-on bonus (subject to applicable terms and conditions)
- Background investigation required
Location
Remote work supported; travel throughout California for trials & court appearances on an as needed basis.
Note on Employment Eligibility
- Generally, the organization does not sponsor individuals for employment-based visas for this position.
Remote Work Requirements
- Comprehensive technology setup provided, including a laptop, monitors, headset, keyboard, and mouse
- Employees eligible to work from home also receive a monthly connectivity reimbursement to help offset internet costs
- When working from home, a dedicated, private workspace free from distractions is required, along with appropriate desk and seating
- Reliable internet is required, with minimum speeds of 50 MB download and 5 MB upload