Senior Staff Attorney, Insurance Defense

The Hartford • Walnut Creek, CA

2d • Remote

About The Position

We’re determined to make a difference and are proud to be an insurance company that goes well beyond coverages and policies. Working here means having every opportunity to achieve your goals – and to help others accomplish theirs, too. Join our team as we help shape the future. About The Hartford : For more than 200 years, The Hartford has helped protect customers through changing times with a focus on integrity and service—and has been recognized by Ethisphere as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies (multiple years). Our legal team plays a direct role in protecting that reputation by delivering thoughtful advocacy and principled outcomes.

The Hartford’s Staff Legal team is built for attorneys who want the depth and challenge of sophisticated litigation—with the stability, resources, and collaboration of an in-house practice. In this role, you’ll handle a variety of auto and general liability matters from early case assessment through trial, partnering closely with Claims and directly advising insureds. This Remote position is an ideal fit for a seasoned Attorney with significant trial and litigation experience in Premises Liability, Products Liability, Construction Site accidents and Commercial/Personal Automobile accidents. If you’re known for sound judgment, strong courtroom presence, and the ability to move a case forward with confidence, this is an opportunity to apply your expertise.

This role is primarily remote in the State of California except for occasional in-person appearances as needed.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Domicile and active license to practice in California and ability to appear in applicable local state and federal courts.
• Member in good standing of the applicable Bar Association.
• 7 years of relevant litigation experience, including insurance defense and complex tort matters.
• Strong legal writing, research, and persuasive advocacy skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage a caseload independently, prioritize competing deadlines, and exercise sound judgment.
• Highly organized, able to prioritize competing deadlines, and comfortable working in a technology-driven environment.
• Currently seeking applicants who reside in California.

Nice To Haves

• Documented first-chair jury trial and/or appellate experience preferred.
• Strong familiarity with Northern California courts and local practices.
• Target case load of 50-55 files.

Responsibilities

• Manage an inventory of diverse insurance defense matters from inception through trial or other resolution.
• Analyze substantive and procedural issues; conduct thorough legal research; and develop well-reasoned defense strategies.
• Draft and respond to pleadings, written discovery, dispositive motions, and briefs with minimal supervision.
• Take and defend depositions; work with experts; and prepare witnesses for testimony.
• Represent clients at trials, judicial hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and other ADR proceedings.
• Provide timely, practical legal advice and liability/damages evaluations to Claims and insured partners.
• Communicate effectively with courts, opposing counsel, witnesses, and co-counsel consistent with office procedures.
• Drive prompt, efficient disposition of assigned cases while maintaining high quality and customer service.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life
• 401(k) with company match
• Annual Incentive Bonus, paid holidays and paid time off
• fitness reimbursement
• reimbursed work-related travel/parking
• company phone and standard internet reimbursement.
• Ongoing training, mentorship, and development pathways are built in so you can expand your skills and take on greater responsibility.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees