Staff Counsel II - California

AmTrust Financial Services•Woodland Hills, CA

4d•Remote

About The Position

Responsible for managing a case load from inception to resolution in the state of California. Responsibilities include pre-trial discovery, drafting pleadings, communicating with involved parties, and presenting defense strategies in court. Maintains a solid ethical standards in line with AmTrust's values, and legal expertise. Position does not require billable hours and is fully remote, except for attending in-person Trials and Expedited Hearings as needed.

Requirements

California State licensed attorney.
Knowledge of State laws, local court policies and procedures
Strong legal research and writing skills
4-15 years' relevant practice group litigation experience

Nice To Haves

Multi-state Bar admittance
Experience with Team Connect legal software and dictation.
Experience with the supervision and development of more junior attorneys

Responsibilities

Independently represents the Insured before the assigned Court and presents witnesses and evidence on litigated claims.
Analyzes complex legal and factual issues, conducts extensive, well-reasoned legal research, independently develop and present defense strategies on behalf of the Insured.
Prepares pleadings, written discovery, motions and briefs in support of defense strategies.
Prepares for, attends and handles all activities related to full trial and/or appeals, as assigned.
Provides effective and timely communications, information, legal advice and other services to clients and claims professionals on legal and factual issues.
Position requires the use of independent judgment, research, litigation and analytical skills.
Assists in developing training materials and presenting seminars for the Claim Department.
Works with the Claim Department and Litigation Department on special projects related to the practice or line of business as needed.
Communicates with the Court, witnesses, opposing counsel and clients in a manner consistent with established office procedures and the Code of Professional Conduct.
Responsible for the prompt, efficient and effective disposition of assigned cases.
Keeps current with market trends and demands.
Attends continuing legal education seminars in order to maintain high level of professional expertise.
Keeps current with market trends and demands.
Performs other functionally related duties as assigned.