Claims Litigation Attorney

AAA • Riverside, CA

13d

About The Position

The Claims Litigation Attorney serves as counsel to policyholders and the Exchange in legal proceedings, including trials and arbitrations. The role represents Exchange policyholders in defending personal injury and property damage lawsuits, and represents the Exchange in uninsured and underinsured motorist claims, medical payment reimbursement matters, small claims appeals, subrogation actions, and other legal proceedings. The attorney also provides legal research and opinions to Exchange business units.

The position evaluates cases for liability and potential exposure, develops legal theories and defense strategies in collaboration with Claims, and assists with case valuation, negotiation, and settlement. It prepares and defends arbitrations and trials, while seeking guidance from Managing Attorneys on complex issues and trial or arbitration preparation.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD).
• 4–6 years of insurance defense law experience.
• Solid understanding of insurance contracts.
• Good grasp of trial procedures and rules of evidence.
• Valid driver’s license, acceptable Department of Motor Vehicles record, and minimum liability insurance issued by the state.

Nice To Haves

• Insurance defense experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Analyze cases, establish pertinent facts, develop legal theories and defense strategies, and identify potential exposure to policyholders or the Exchange.
• Develop and implement discovery plans and motions, including written discovery, subpoenas, records review, depositions, motions, expert retention and consultation, and witness statements.
• Prepare for, attend, and defend court proceedings in limited and unlimited jurisdiction, including trials, as well as mediations and arbitrations.
• Research and prepare motion, trial, and appellate briefs; argue motions and appeals in lower appellate courts.
• Communicate case facts, liability and damages issues, legal defenses, strategy recommendations, discovery plans, case valuations, and other relevant information to management.
• Regularly communicate with policyholders and claims representatives about case development, including written summaries of discovery, depositions, records, and significant developments.
• Participate in negotiating and settling cases for the Exchange or its policyholders with outside parties and entities.
• Assist with other attorneys’ files as needed and perform other assigned or required duties.
• Collaborate with Claims on legal strategy and assist with case valuation, negotiation, and settlement.
• Seek guidance from Managing Attorneys, particularly on complex issues and trial or arbitration preparation.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision health coverage.
• 401(k) savings plan with company match and pension.
• Tuition assistance.
• Floating holidays and PTO for community volunteer programs.
• Paid parental leave.
• Wellness programs.
• Employee discounts on membership, insurance, travel, entertainment, services, and more.
• Incentive program eligibility for full-time positions, based on organization, team, and personal performance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree