Senior Insurance Defense Trial Attorney - California HOA/Habitability
About The Position
Farmers is seeking an experienced attorney for its Southern California staff counsel team, with experience handling habitability, landlord-tenant, and homeowners association (HOA) matters. Attorneys work remotely from home and handle in-person appearances and trials as required. The position represents clients across insurance defense practice, primarily on cases of moderate to high complexity or exposure, or cases involving unique insurance defense issues. The attorney manages cases from intake through resolution and works with the Claims Executive team on legal strategy for personal injury claims. The role also includes guidance and mentorship for attorneys assisting with cases. Farmers notes developmental opportunities, a supportive community, and a work environment without billable-hour pressure. The position may be performed virtually at an approved alternative work location, at a Farmers office, or at field locations as needed. The work is generally performed in an indoor, climate-controlled office environment, with some exposure to outdoor conditions and travel by automobile or commercial transportation. The California salary range is $129,075–$219,780, with bonus opportunity based on company and individual performance and potential annual bonus of up to 20% of salary.
Requirements
- Licensed to practice law in applicable states upon hire.
- At least seven years of litigation experience.
- Experience in insurance defense, personal injury, and/or jury trials.
- Effective leadership skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to command an audience's attention.
- Demonstrated problem-solving skills and sound judgment and decision-making.
- Ability to function under high caseloads in adversarial or confrontational situations and handle conflict effectively.
- Ability to interpret and respond quickly to new information, work within tight timeframes, and meet strict deadlines.
- Strong time management and priority-setting skills; responsive communication with colleagues.
- Strong technical aptitude and proficiency using technology in a virtual, paperless environment.
- Public speaking and driving ability.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor's degree preferred.
- First- and second-chair trial experience in bodily injury litigation strongly preferred.
- Experience practicing in multiple state jurisdictions preferred.
Responsibilities
- Litigate moderate- to high-complexity or 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 needed to represent clients.
- Act as lead attorney at hearings, conferences, interviews, mediations, arbitrations, and trials.
- Develop strategies and arguments for trial preparation.
- 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 concerning personal injury claims.
- Guide compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards, and interpret applicable laws, rulings, and regulations.
- Functionally supervise, guide, and mentor attorneys assisting with cases.
Benefits
- Annual bonus potential of 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.
Stand Out From the Crowd
Upload your resume and get instant feedback on how well it matches this job.
What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
