Sr Staff Attorney - Subrogation
About The Position
The Hartford’s Staff Legal team offers sophisticated litigation work within an in-house practice, with stability, resources, and collaboration. The Sr Staff Attorney handles a variety of subrogation matters from early case assessment through trial, partnering closely with Claims. The attorney may also handle auto and general liability tort defense matters. This is a remote role for an attorney domiciled in California, with occasional in-person appearances and periodic travel within the state. The position primarily involves subrogation relating to property damage and workers’ compensation claims, with some matters involving premises liability, products liability, and commercial or personal automobile accidents. The attorney leads assigned files, sets strategy, evaluates exposure, and drives resolution. Responsibilities include conducting litigation through trial or other resolution, advising Claims and insured partners, and representing clients in court and alternative dispute resolution proceedings. The role uses case-management and approved technology, including AI tools, and includes ongoing training, mentorship, and development opportunities.
Requirements
- Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
- Domicile in California and an active license to practice in California, with the ability to appear in applicable local state and federal courts.
- Member in good standing of the applicable Bar Association.
- At least 5 years of relevant litigation experience, including subrogation, insurance defense, and complex tort matters.
- Strong legal writing, research, and persuasive advocacy skills.
- Ability to independently manage a caseload, prioritize competing deadlines, and exercise sound judgment.
- Strong familiarity with California courts and local practices.
- Highly organized and comfortable working in a technology-driven environment.
Nice To Haves
- Documented first-chair jury trial and/or appellate experience.
Responsibilities
- Manage an inventory of subrogation files involving property damage and workers’ compensation claims, and potentially defend premises, products, general negligence, and auto claims from inception through trial or other resolution.
- Analyze substantive and procedural issues, conduct 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 and damages evaluations to Claims and insured partners.
- Communicate with courts, opposing counsel, witnesses, and co-counsel in accordance with office procedures.
- Drive prompt and efficient case disposition while maintaining quality and customer service.
- Lead assigned files, set strategy, evaluate exposure, and drive resolution.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Annual Incentive Bonus.
- Paid holidays and paid time off.
- Fitness reimbursement.
- Reimbursement for work-related travel and parking.
- Company phone and standard internet reimbursement.
- Ongoing training, mentorship, and development pathways.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
