Senior Trial Attorney Workers' Comp (REMOTE)

Overview

A legal team supporting a Fortune 100 insurance company is seeking a Senior Trial Attorney to provide high-quality legal services primarily covering Northern California venues. This is a fully remote position with no billable hours and a 1:1 attorney/paralegal ratio. Workers' Compensation experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serve as lead counsel or part of a team in civil litigation matters involving property and casualty insurance defense or subrogation.
• Manage a diverse caseload with varying complexity, severity, and product lines across courts and agencies in the assigned jurisdiction.
• Demonstrate trial advocacy skills, proactive case management, and produce high-quality work in accordance with standard methodology guidelines and client expectations.
• Operate with minimal managerial oversight, utilizing technology and collaborating effectively with support staff.
• Stay current on changes in law, technology, local rules, and procedural requirements impacting litigation strategies.
• Provide sound legal opinions on case valuations and communicate updates promptly to clients and claims.
• Build and maintain strong professional relationships with legal and claims partners, enhancing reputation and referral opportunities.
• Communicate effectively in both written and verbal forms, meeting client and internal expectations.
• Mentor junior attorneys and staff, providing guidance, training, and serving as a role model.
• Perform other responsibilities as assigned.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
• Active license to practice law in the state of the position.
• Typically more than eight years of relevant civil litigation experience in property and casualty insurance defense or subrogation.
• Significant litigation experience across courts and agencies in the assigned jurisdiction.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate with remote and on-site staff and serve as a mentor.
• Proficient negotiation, analytical, and legal skills.
• Computer proficiency and adaptability to legal technology and electronic court systems.
• Strong time management, organizational, and decision-making abilities.
• Leadership skills to motivate, problem-solve, and develop business relationships.
• Compliance with ethical rules and corporate policies.
• Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Workers' Compensation cases.
• Demonstrated ability to develop new areas of legal concentration as needed.

Compensation & Benefits

• National salary range: $138,000 to $243,000 annually.
• Expected starting salary range: $138,000 to $206,000 annually.
• Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short and long-term disability coverage.
• Paid time off starting at a minimum of 18 days per year, nine paid holidays, and additional paid time off.
• 401(k) with company match and company-paid pension plan.
• Business casual attire.

Location

• Fully remote position primarily covering Northern California venues.
• Frequent travel and occasional overnight travel required.

Additional Information

• This is an exempt position not eligible for overtime.
• Extended hours may be necessary to meet professional demands.
• Background and credit checks are required due to fiduciary responsibilities.
• The role requires adherence to all applicable legal and corporate policies.
• The organization is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.