Senior Litigation Attorney (Northern California)

American Family Insurance•San Bernardino, CA

1d•$142,000 - $243,000•Remote

About The Position

At American Family Insurance, the Senior Litigation Attorney helps protect policyholders and guide them through legal challenges. The position manages moderately complex civil litigation for American Family and its insureds, follows established guidelines and ethical standards, and works to achieve optimal outcomes. The role is primarily remote in Northern California. Employees attend New Employee Orientation during their first week, generally in person at the Madison, Wisconsin headquarters or another American Family core location, though sessions may sometimes be virtual.

Requirements

Demonstrated experience providing customer-driven solutions, support, or service.
Demonstrated experience preparing civil pleadings, motions, and discovery, and deposing witnesses.
Demonstrated litigation experience.
Solid knowledge and understanding of the rules of Professional Responsibility for the jurisdiction in which the candidate practices.
Solid knowledge and understanding of tort, contract, and insurance law.
Admission to the California Bar.
Juris Doctor.

Responsibilities

Manage moderately complex civil litigation for American Family and its insureds in accordance with established guidelines and ethical standards.
Analyze cases, develop strategies for optimal outcomes, and pursue settlements when appropriate.
Lead discovery, draft pleadings and briefs, and conduct legal research to support litigation strategy.
Represent clients in trials, mediations, arbitrations, and settlement conferences.
Advocate for clients in state and federal courts, administrative tribunals, and regulatory hearings.
Monitor legal trends and help ensure company policies remain strong and enforceable.