Senior Insurance Defense Trial Attorney - Austin/San Antonio

Farmers Insurance•Austin, TX

2d•Remote

About The Position

Farmers is seeking an experienced Trial Attorney to join its Texas staff counsel team, handling cases venued in the Austin and San Antonio areas. Attorneys work from home and make in-person appearances and attend trials as required. The role represents clients in all areas of insurance defense, primarily handling cases of moderate to high complexity and exposure or cases involving unique insurance defense issues. The attorney manages cases from intake through resolution and consults with the Claims Executive team on legal strategy for personal injury claims. The position also provides guidance and mentorship to attorneys assisting with cases.

Requirements

Seven years of litigation experience.
Insurance defense, personal injury, and/or jury trial experience.
Licensed to practice law in applicable states upon hire.
Ability to speak publicly and handle high caseloads in adversarial or confrontational situations.
Ability to drive.
Effective leadership skills and excellent written and verbal communication, including the ability to command an audience’s attention.
Problem-solving skills, sound judgment, and decision-making ability.
Ability to represent the company with external constituents and handle conflict effectively, including interpreting and responding quickly to new information.
Ability to work within tight timeframes and meet strict deadlines, with strong time management and prioritization skills.
Strong technical aptitude and proficiency using technology in a virtual, paperless environment.
Articulate and responsive communication with colleagues.
Genuine interest in the defense of insurance regulations.

Nice To Haves

First- and second-chair trial experience in bodily injury litigation.
Experience practicing in multiple jurisdictions.
Bachelor’s degree preferred.

Responsibilities

Litigate moderate- to high-complexity and high-exposure cases, including cases involving unique legal or procedural issues, from intake through trial or settlement.
Prepare pleadings, motions, discovery, briefs, and other materials necessary to represent clients.
Lead hearings, conferences, interviews, mediations, arbitrations, and trials.
Develop strategies and arguments to prepare thoroughly for trial.
Analyze legal precedents and assess probable case outcomes, including the strengths and weaknesses of potential approaches.
Complete or ensure completion of other tasks necessary for proper client representation.
Consult with the Claims Executive team and recommend legal strategies for handling personal injury claims.
Guide compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards, and interpret applicable laws, rulings, and regulations.
Functionally supervise and mentor attorneys assisting with cases.

Benefits

Annual bonus potential up to 20% of salary; bonus opportunity is based on company and individual performance.
401(k).
Medical insurance.
Dental insurance.
Vision insurance.
Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts.
Life insurance.
Paid Time Off.
Paid parental leave.
Tuition assistance.
Auto allowance.
Competitive salary commensurate with experience, qualifications, and location.