Staff Attorney

Liberty Mutual Insurance•San Diego, CA

4d•$125,000 - $221,000•Remote

About The Position

Liberty Mutual is seeking an attorney to independently manage moderately complex civil litigation matters involving claims for monetary damages or compensation for personal injuries or property damage, including matters with exposure up to approximately $50,000. The attorney will represent Liberty Mutual and its policyholders, develop and execute legal strategies, lead settlement negotiations, and participate in hearings, trials, and mediations. The position also supports Senior Trial Counsel and Senior Litigation Counsel throughout case handling and trial preparation. The attorney will advise clients and Claims Representatives, assess and mitigate case-related risks, and build trusted client relationships. The role includes mentoring junior attorneys and legal support staff, delivering training, ensuring accurate and compliant documentation, and identifying opportunities to improve processes through automation and workflow enhancements. The position is primarily remote within California, except for required appearances. Compensation includes a base salary and an incentive bonus discussed during the interview process.

Requirements

Juris Doctor (JD) or LLB degree from an accredited law school.
Admission to the California bar in good standing; special licenses to practice before particular boards or federal courts may be required.
At least 5 years of successful trial attorney experience.
Proven experience managing moderately complex litigation and achieving favorable outcomes.
General knowledge of insurance law and, as necessary, workers’ compensation and/or No Fault law.
Exceptional legal research, writing, negotiation, and analytical skills.
Proficiency with advanced e-discovery tools, legal case management software, and remote collaboration technologies.
Ability to mentor and lead junior attorneys and legal staff.
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and client relationship management skills.
Commitment to ethical legal practice and compliance with regulatory and professional standards.

Nice To Haves

Trial attorney experience within insurance law and related litigation is preferred.

Responsibilities

Independently manage all phases of moderately complex litigation involving claims with moderate to heavy value, up to approximately $50,000 exposure.
Conduct legal research and draft pleadings, motions, and other legal documents.
Lead settlement negotiations and participate in hearings, trials, and mediations.
Support Senior Trial Counsel and Senior Litigation Counsel in case handling, preparation, management, and trial assistance.
Develop, implement, and refine legal strategies for discovery, investigation, and trial preparation.
Use e-discovery tools, case management systems, and data analysis software to streamline workflows and reduce costs.
Provide legal opinions and strategic advice to clients and Claims Representatives, and maintain trusted client relationships.
Identify, evaluate, and mitigate legal risks in collaboration with clients and senior attorneys.
Design and conduct training sessions and workshops for Legal, Claims, and related departments.
Mentor junior attorneys and legal support staff.
Prepare accurate legal documents and ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, company policies, ethical guidelines, licensing requirements, and the Model Rules of Professional Conduct.
Identify and implement process automation and workflow improvements.