Sr Staff Attorney - Subrogation

Overview

This role is for a Senior Staff Attorney to handle a variety of subrogation matters in an in-house legal setting. Work is primarily remote for candidates physically located in California, with occasional in-person appearances as needed (approximately 2–4 times per year).

Responsibilities

• Manage an inventory of subrogation files relating to property damage and workers’ compensation claims from early case assessment through trial.
• Handle some auto and general liability tort defense matters, including (as opportunities arise) premises liability, products liability, general negligence, and auto claims.
• Analyze substantive and procedural issues; conduct thorough legal research; and develop well-reasoned defense strategies.
• Draft and respond to pleadings, written discovery, dispositive motions, and briefs with minimal supervision.
• Take and defend depositions; work with experts; and prepare witnesses for testimony.
• Represent clients at trials, judicial hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and other ADR proceedings.
• Provide timely, practical legal advice and liability/damages evaluations to Claims and insured partners.
• Communicate effectively with courts, opposing counsel, witnesses, and co-counsel consistent with office procedures.
• Drive prompt, efficient disposition of assigned cases while maintaining high quality and customer service.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Domicile and active license to practice in California and ability to appear in applicable local state and federal courts.
• Member in good standing of the applicable Bar Association.
• 5+ years of relevant litigation experience, including subrogation, 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 ability to manage a caseload independently, prioritize competing deadlines, and exercise sound judgment.
• Strong familiarity with California courts and local practices.
• Highly organized, able to prioritize competing deadlines, and comfortable working in a technology-driven environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Documented first-chair jury trial and/or appellate experience.

Compensation & Benefits

• Annualized base pay range: $132,400 - $198,600.
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Annual Incentive Bonus.
• Paid holidays and paid time off.
• Fitness reimbursement.
• Reimbursed work-related travel/parking.
• Company phone and standard internet reimbursement.
• Additional compensation may include short-term or annual bonuses, long-term incentives, and on-the-spot recognition.

Location

• Applicants must reside in California.
• Remote role with periodic travel within California.
• Primarily remote in the State of California, except for occasional in-person appearances as needed (approximately 2–4 times per year).