Trial Attorney (Subrogation)

USAA•Atlanta, GA

2d•$114,080 - $218,030•Hybrid

About The Position

USAA is seeking a Subrogation Trial Attorney for its Atlanta, GA staff counsel law office. This role involves managing subrogation matters from pre-suit through litigation, including evaluating liability, damages, and recovery potential. The attorney will prepare legal documents, handle hearings and negotiations, and apply practical, cost-effective litigation strategies. Responsibilities include providing clear case assessments, maintaining accurate documentation, and ensuring adherence to reporting standards and deadlines. The position offers a flexible work environment with a primary focus on remote work, but requires travel within the Georgia area for trials, hearings, depositions, and other case-related proceedings. Relocation assistance is not provided.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree; OR 4 years of relevant education and/or experience.
6 years of experience practicing law handling personal injury or civil litigation or trial cases.
Licensed to practice law in the jurisdiction(s) to be served.
Experience practicing law in the court systems within the geographic area being served.
Ability to perform online legal research.
Excellent communication and presentation skills.

Nice To Haves

Active bar admission in Georgia required, with experience handling subrogation, insurance recovery, defense matters, including auto property damage, or liability claims, and a demonstrated understanding of carrier recovery strategies.
Proven ability to independently manage litigation from intake through trial, including depositions, motion practice, mediation, and courtroom advocacy, with a strong track record of favorable outcomes.
Demonstrated success in maximizing recovery through strategic negotiations, settlements, and litigation planning, coupled with strong analytical skills to evaluate liability, damages, and cost-benefit scenarios.
US military experience with skills related to one of the following MOS’s: Navy (Legalman (LN), Marines (4410, 4411, 4402, 4405), Army (27A), USAF (51JX / 5J0X1)

Responsibilities

Independently manages caseload of simple to moderate Property and Casualty insurance defense cases through arbitration, trial, and possible appeal for clients on cases assigned.
May handle and/or assist with complex litigation cases.
Appears in court as required, including arbitrations, trials, and mediations.
Provides legal advice to clients and P&C Claims team members.
Develops, and implements legal strategy and ongoing budget projections to Claims Litigation, and clients, as appropriate on assigned cases.
Prepares legal pleadings, motions, statements, memoranda, trial briefs and other legal documents on assigned cases.
Conducts direct settlement negotiations with plaintiffs' attorneys.
Stays current on all relevant statutes, case law, office, and trial-related technology.
Attends courses as assigned to maintain appropriate skill sets for trial.
Provides training to support staff, P&C Claims and Claims Litigation regarding changes in law, litigation and/or and other processes.
Ensures risks associated with business activities are effectively identified, measured, monitored, and controlled in accordance with risk and compliance policies and procedures.