Insurance Defense Attorney - California Workers' Compensation

Farmers Insurance Careers

6d•$102,450 - $174,240•Remote

About The Position

Our California Workers' Compensation team is looking to add an attorney with preferably at least 5 years of workers' compensation experience! This is a virtual position and we are open to candidates located anywhere in California who can make occasional in-person WCAB appearances as required. We offer developmental opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package including annual bonus potential up to 15% of the salary, generous 401k, auto allowance, PTO, medical/dental/vision, paid parental leave, and much more all without the stress of billable hours! Job Summary This position is responsible for representing clients in workers' compensation matters, handling cases that are primarily low in complexity and exposure. Manages all phases of cases from intake to resolution. Essential Job Functions Litigates low complexity and exposure cases and performs duties necessary from intake to trial and/or settlement. This includes but is not limited to preparation of pleadings, motions, discovery, and briefs. Attends hearings, conferences, interviews, mediations, arbitrations, and/or trials. Proactively informs leadership of case handling opportunities and challenges encountered. Consults with the Claims Department on the legal aspects of files. Performs other tasks or duties to ensure efficient case management. May handle second chair trials and handle trials in cases with minimal complexity and/or exposure. May provide support to senior attorneys in cases of greater complexity and/or exposure and may receive developmental assignments of matters that are of moderate complexity and/or exposure.

Requirements

Licensed to practice Law in applicable states required upon hire.
5+ years of workers' compensation experience preferred.
Civil litigation and/or personal/bodily injury experience preferred.
Public speaking, ability to function in adversarial or confrontational situations, driving.
Strong verbal communication and listening skills.
Excellent written communication skills.
Effective negotiation skills.
Ability to represent the company with external constituents.
Demonstrates excellent judgment and decision making skills.
Demonstrated time management and priority setting skills.
Possesses strong technical aptitude.
Adept and proficient at using technology to maximize efficiency in virtual, paperless environment.

Nice To Haves

Bachelors degree preferred.

Responsibilities

Represent clients in workers' compensation matters, handling cases that are primarily low in complexity and exposure.
Manage all phases of cases from intake to resolution.
Litigate low complexity and exposure cases and perform duties necessary from intake to trial and/or settlement, including preparation of pleadings, motions, discovery, and briefs.
Attend hearings, conferences, interviews, mediations, arbitrations, and/or trials.
Proactively inform leadership of case handling opportunities and challenges encountered.
Consult with the Claims Department on the legal aspects of files.
Perform other tasks or duties to ensure efficient case management.
May handle second chair trials and handle trials in cases with minimal complexity and/or exposure.
May provide support to senior attorneys in cases of greater complexity and/or exposure.
May receive developmental assignments of matters that are of moderate complexity and/or exposure.