Regional Managing Attorney (Workers Compensation Staff Counsel)

The Hanover Insurance Group•Glendale, CA

2d•$155,000 - $190,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Hanover is seeking a Regional Managing Attorney Staff Counsel to oversee its California workers’ compensation law practice. This position is based in the Glendale, California law office and is hybrid. The role leads the West Coast Workers’ Compensation law practice within the Staff Counsel organization, serving as the primary liaison to Claims and line-of-business leadership. This role is responsible for driving execution of California-specific workers’ compensation strategies, ensuring high-quality, cost-effective legal representation, and leading a team of attorneys and support staff (approximately 10–15 employees). The role also provides cross-functional leadership support across regions and lines of business as needed.

Requirements

Active California Bar admission required.
Significant experience in California workers’ compensation law, including insurance defense and trial experience.
Proven leadership experience managing attorneys and/or legal teams.
Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with Claims partners and senior business leaders.
Experience evaluating legal work product, conducting audits, and improving performance.
Strong analytical skills with the ability to use metrics and data to drive decision-making and results.
Ability to lead change, set clear expectations, and hold teams accountable for performance.
Ability to be physically present in Glendale, California office for hybrid schedule.

Nice To Haves

Experience overseeing multi-office or regional legal operations, including remote and/or hybrid employees.
Strong understanding of insurance industry practices and claims operations.
Demonstrated success in talent recruitment, development, and retention.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite of products, Legal Files, Adobe Acrobat, court systems, and legal/claims systems.

Responsibilities

Lead and manage a team of attorneys and staff, including performance management, coaching, and talent development.
Partner closely with Claims leadership to align legal strategies with business objectives and deliver consistent, high-quality outcomes.
Execute and operationalize line-of-business initiatives within the Workers’ Compensation practice.
Monitor and drive performance across assigned teams, offices, and regions using defined metrics and data insights.
Conduct litigation reviews and audits to ensure adherence to best practices and identify improvement opportunities.
Provide subject matter expertise in California workers’ compensation law, including mentoring attorneys and advising on complex matters.
Communicate business goals clearly and ensure alignment across attorneys, managers, and Claims partners.
Step in to support other managerial roles or lines of business as needed to ensure operational continuity.
Identify legal and industry trends and proactively adjust strategies to mitigate risk and improve outcomes.