Insurance Defense Trial Attorney - Subrogation

Farmers Insurance Careers

1d•Remote

About The Position

We are seeking a highly driven attorney with substantial Large Loss Property, Complex Claims, and subrogation experience to join our Texas Subrogation Legal Services team. This is a fast-paced, high-intensity role that requires strong critical thinking and analytical judgment, as well as the ability to manage complex, high-exposure matters with urgency and precision. Our attorneys work from home and handle in-person appearances as required. We offer a comprehensive benefits package including annual bonus potential up to 20% of the salary, generous 401k, auto allowance, PTO, medical/dental/vision, paid parental leave, and much more all without the stress of billable hours! This position is responsible for representing clients in all areas of subrogation practice. Manages all phases of cases from intake to resolution.

Requirements

Licensed to practice law in applicable states required upon hire.
Three years of insurance defense litigation and/or personal/bodily injury experience preferred.
Second chair trial experience strongly preferred.
Multistate jurisdictional practice preferred.
Strong verbal communication and listening skills.
Excellent written communication skills.
Effective negotiation skills.
Demonstrated conflict management skills.
Ability to represent the company with external constituents.
Demonstrates excellent judgment and decision making skills.
Demonstrated time management and priority setting skills.
Ability to work within tight timeframes and meet strict deadlines.
Possesses strong technical aptitude.
Adept and proficient at using technology to maximize efficiency in virtual, paperless environment.

Nice To Haves

Substantial Large Loss Property, Complex Claims, and subrogation experience.
Bachelors degree preferred.

Responsibilities

Litigates subrogation cases of high complexity and/or exposure 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 and jurisdictional issues.
Performs other tasks or duties to ensure efficient case management.
May handle second chair trials and handle trials in cases with moderate complexity and/or exposure.
Provides support to senior attorneys in cases of greater complexity and/or exposure and receives developmental assignments of matters that are of high complexity and/or exposure.