Sr. Trial Attorney

Overview

This role supports a national trial division providing civil litigation services for property and casualty insurance defense and/or subrogation matters. The position involves representing clients under both commercial and personal lines insurance policies as lead counsel, as well as supporting larger teams when needed.

Responsibilities

• Serve as lead counsel independently (or as part of a team) by demonstrating trial advocacy skills, efficient proactive case management, and consistently high-quality work product.
• Perform core duties with minimal managerial oversight and guidance from the Managing Trial Attorney and NTD Leadership.
• Use technology effectively and collaborate with support staff to manage cases efficiently.
• Monitor and apply changes to the law, technology, local rules, and other procedural requirements that may impact liability and recovery litigation strategies in assigned jurisdictions.
• Maintain subject matter expertise and trial advocacy skills for the NTD concentrations held, and develop/learn additional concentrations as required by business needs and NTD Leadership.
• Provide factually, legally, and analytically sound opinions on case valuations, with timely updates and communication to clients and claims.
• Build and maintain strong professional relationships with key associates (including Office of the Chief Legal Officer and claims partners at the senior director level and below) and with colleagues in the legal and insurance industries within assigned jurisdictions.
• Leverage relationships to improve the NTD reputation and expand case referral opportunities across the enterprise.
• Communicate effectively and proactively with clients, claims, and internal NTD stakeholders (written and verbal) in line with expectations in assigned jurisdictions and communities.
• Mentor junior attorneys and NTD staff by providing guidance, training, and serving as a role model through engagement, coaching, feedback, efficiency, attitude, and collaboration.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
• Maintains an active license in the state where the position is located.
• Typically more than eight years of relevant civil litigation experience in property and casualty insurance defense or subrogation.
• Significant property and casualty insurance defense or subrogation litigation experience, including complex legal practices and procedures across all court and agencies in the assigned jurisdiction(s).
• Highly effective professional written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong negotiation skills.
• Ability to process information efficiently and effectively.
• Excellent analytical and legal skills; resourceful, creative problem-solving.
• Computer savvy with a strong understanding of basic software.
• Ability to adapt to changes in the law and technology in legal and court systems (including electronic filings).
• Strong time management and organizational skills, with decision-making to set priorities and make recommendations.
• Ability to initiate, prioritize, and coordinate complex projects and cases.
• Demonstrated leadership skills used through direct and/or indirect influencing (motivating, problem solving, and contributing to business strengthening and development with colleagues, clients, and claims partners).
• Must stay current with the private practice of law policy and ethical rules of the state where the position is located, and acknowledge and follow corporate and NTD policies and procedures.

Preferred Qualifications

Other criteria, including leadership skills, competencies, and experiences may take precedence.

Compensation & Benefits

• Overtime eligibility: Not Eligible (Exempt)
• National salary range (Sr Trial Attorney): $138,000.00–$243,000.00
• Expected starting salary range (Sr Trial Attorney): $138,000.00–$206,000.00

Benefits include:

• Medical, dental, and vision
• Life insurance
• Short- and long-term disability coverage
• Paid time off: newly hired associates receive a minimum of 18 days paid time off each full calendar year, pro-rated quarterly based on hire date
• Nine paid holidays
• 8 hours of Lifetime paid time off
• 8 hours of Unity Day paid time off
• 401(k) with company match
• Company-paid pension plan
• Business casual attire

Location

• Los Angeles
• Hybrid or remote work option depending on location.

Job Conditions

• Generally a normal office environment; depending on office needs, the role may be staffed working from home.
• Frequent travel; occasional overnight travel.
• Extended hours are often necessary to meet professional demands.
• Must have a valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record in accordance with company standards.
• Credit/background check required as part of the selection process due to fiduciary accountabilities.

Reporting Relationship

Reports to the Managing Trial Attorney.