Supervising Attorney - Los Angeles

Farmers•Los Angeles, CA

1d•Remote

About The Position

We are Farmers – where ambition meets opportunity. At Farmers, we’re not just known for unforgettable jingle – we’re a team with a passion for purpose and making a real difference in people’s lives. We deliver peace of mind when it matters most. Our results-driven, high-performance culture thrives on creativity, accountability and bold solutions. Here, growth isn’t just a goal – it’s a way of life for both the organization and every individual on our team. We tackle challenges head-on, learn from every experience and measure our impact on the customers who trust us. Join an award-winning, equal opportunity employer, where you’ll find more than a job – you’ll find a supportive community. Enjoy competitive benefits, take part in meaningful volunteer projects, and help shape the future alongside talented colleagues across all backgrounds. At Farmers, helping others is at the heart of what we do. Ready to make your mark? Discover our vibrant culture and explore career opportunities at www.Farmers.com/careers/corporate . Connect with us on Instagram , LinkedIn and TikTok , and let’s build something incredible together! Workplace: Remote ( #LI-Remote ) Our Southern California Staff Counsel teams are expanding! We are looking to add a dynamic and passionate leader to our Los Angeles area team and are open to candidates throughout California. Our attorneys work from home and handle in-person appearances and trials as required. We offer developmental opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package including annual bonus potential up to 25% of the salary, generous 401k, auto allowance, PTO, medical/dental/vision, paid parental leave, and much more all without the stress of billable hours! Job Summary Responsible for leading and managing team of attorneys representing clients in all levels of insurance defense litigation to ensure competent, ethical, efficient, and diligent representation of clients in all assigned cases. Collaborates with key internal and external stakeholders to drive business outcomes.

Requirements

Bachelors degree preferred.
Licensed to practice law in applicable states required upon hire.
Handles any matter assigned within state(s) of licensure and courts of admittance.
May be required to seek admission in other jurisdictions.
6 years as a licensed, practicing attorney and a member in good standing with the State Bar in the state(s) in which position is located and will practice required.
Strong verbal communication and listening skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to command the attention of an audience.
Demonstrated problem solving skills.
Excellent negotiation skills.
Ability to represent the company with external constituents.
Handles conflict effectively with the ability to quickly interpret and respond to new information.
Demonstrates excellent judgment and decision making skills.
Ability to work within tight timeframes and meet strict deadlines.
Builds and manages effective teams.
Instills commitment and execution on organizational goals
Ability to inspire and develop staff.
Effectively coaches and delivers feedback.

Nice To Haves

Experience handling and trying cases of high exposure and/or complexity preferred.
Multi-state jurisdictional practices and leadership experience or demonstrated leadership aptitude or comparable experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Responsible for managing the overall performance of the assigned team to ensure competent, ethical and diligent representation of insurance defense clients.
Oversees legal file handling by assigned attorneys; ensuring adherence to Department policies, practices and procedures including timely and effective communications with clients and claims; assisting with the achievement of office goals; collaborating with support leadership; and utilizing a formal quality assurance program to drive high quality file handling for our clients.
Proactively works with the leadership and stakeholders on staffing recommendations, hiring, onboarding, team building, training, development, engagement, retention, and succession planning.
Leads high performing team with a culture of trust, collaboration, and transparency.
Promotes achievement of office goals and continuous improvement through performance management to optimize individual and organizational performance.
May handle assigned insurance defense matters that are primarily moderate to high complexity and/or exposure in all relevant courts.
Fosters collaboration and partnerships, encourages diversity of thought, and communicates with internal and external stakeholders to achieve client, department, and company goals.
Uses analytics, metrics, and financial analysis to help develop and drive strategies.
Communicates regularly about changes to goals, strategies, policies, procedures, and everyday work to effectively lead assigned team through all changes.
Engages in discussions with claims executives on legal aspects of high complexity/exposure cases and litigation strategies.

Benefits

Farmers offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience, qualifications and location.
CA Only: $146,925 - $249,700
Bonus Opportunity (based on Company and Individual Performance)
401(k)
Medical
Dental
Vision
Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
Life Insurance
Paid Time Off
Paid Parental Leave
Tuition Assistance
For more information, review “What we offer” on https://www.farmers.com/careers/corporate/#offer