Complex & Specialty Trial Attorney - Texas

Farmers; Town of Texas (WI); Remote; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A major insurance provider is seeking an experienced Attorney to manage complex litigation cases with significant jury trial experience. This virtual position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including a potential annual bonus and generous 401k. The role involves client representation, case management, and maintaining communication with various stakeholders. Candidates should possess a Juris Doctor and at least 10 years of relevant experience, including trials and multi-party litigation.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Annual bonus potential

401(k)

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years in high exposure litigation.
• Experience handling larger exposure matters is required.
• Proven record in multi-party litigation and catastrophic injury cases.

Responsibilities

• Defend clients in high complexity cases from assignment to conclusion.
• Conduct legal research and case analysis.
• Maintain communication with clients and claims partners.

Skills

Trial expertise

Legal research

Communication skills

Case management

Client representation

Education

Juris Doctor from an accredited law school

Job description

Overview

We are Farmers! We are… more than just your favorite commercials. At Farmers, we strive to deliver peace of mind to our customers by providing protection and comprehensive advice and delivering in the moments of truth. That means having people who can help us meet changing customer and business needs. Farmers high-performance culture is focused on results and the people who achieve them. We hold ourselves and others accountable for sustainably growing the business and each other. We seek solutions, own our actions, and grow through discomfort. We see setbacks as opportunities while continuously asking ourselves how we impact our customers.

Workplace: Remote ( #LI-Remote )

We are seeking an experienced Attorney with significant jury trial experience to handle cases throughout Texas. This is a fully virtual position, with court appearances in-person as required. 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 competent, ethical and diligent representation of clients in high complexity/exposure cases (in general these cases will involve injuries and damages with a value in excess of $1,000,000); and may assist in the handling of cases assigned to other attorneys. Also, participates in mentoring and training of colleagues and claims partners, and special assignments. May assist in the handling of cases assigned to other attorneys and/or the assumption of cases in the late stages of litigation. Cases may involve all areas of insurance litigation including personal injury, workers’ compensation, subrogation, and personal injury protection.

Essential Job Functions

Client Representation:

• Handle all aspects of defending an inventory of cases from assignment to conclusion
• Handle all aspects of client relationships; initial client contact, keeping client informed of case status, evaluation and strategy throughout case
• Provide advice, guidance, opinions and/or recommendations to clients on liability, damages and case value;
• Draft legal documents (pleadings, written discovery, motions, briefs)
• Prepare for and conduct litigation events (hearings, depositions, mediations, arbitrations, settlement conferences, trials and appeals)

Case Management:

• Manage a complete inventory of cases and effectively prioritize work on all cases
• Identify potential defenses and strategies to defend clients/case
• Conduct legal research, investigation, discovery and analysis of relevant facts, file materials, case law and statutes
• Identify, retain, and consult with experts
• Prepare clients, witnesses, and experts for depositions, arbitrations, and trials
• Maintain computerized case diary system/litigation support systems to meet deadlines and reporting guidelines
• Review documents, records, and other evidence (medical and employment records, claims files, business records, medical reports and evaluations) to analyze and support recommendations, evaluations, and strategy on cases

Communication:

• Provide effective and timely communications to clients and claims partners to keep them informed about the status, strategy, and evaluation of each case
• Keep supervisor informed of work being performed for clients and of any and all problems encountered;
• Professionally communicate with clients, the court, witnesses, co-counsel, opposing counsel, and co-workers
• Maintain confidentiality and adhere to company policies, guidelines, practices and procedures

Performs other duties as assigned.

Special Skills

Expansive knowledge of both procedural and substantive law. Superlative skills in all areas including, but not limited to, trial, public speaking and/or communication, case preparation, strategy, advocacy, negotiations, depositions, expert witnesses, damages, analysis/evaluation, reporting and client/customer service.

Education Requirements

Juris Doctor required, law school degree from a State or American Bar Association accredited law school, and member in good standing of the State Bar in the state in which the position is located. Other: Member in good standing of the State Bar in which the position is located Upon Hire.

Experience Requirements

Minimum of 10 years demonstrated experience in high exposure and complex litigation matters. Minimum five years experience handling larger exposure matters. Must have the requisite background, knowledge and skill set to handle high exposure multi-party litigation, high profile litigation, cases involving inadequate policy limits, reservation of rights, property rights, as well cases with uncommon and/or unique legal theories or causes of action. Minimum of 20 trials to verdict or equivalent conclusion, with at least 15 of those trials serving as 1st chair with significant complexity and catastrophic injury and/or damages. 25 direct examinations/cross examinations at trial of medical and technical experts. 2 years working in the insurance industry or with insurance claims.

Special Skill Requirement

Expansive knowledge of both procedural and substantive law. Superlative skills in all areas including, but not limited to, trial, public speaking and/or communication, case preparation, strategy, advocacy, negotiations, depositions, expert witnesses, damages, analysis/evaluation, reporting and client/customer service.

Benefits

• Farmers offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience, qualifications and location.
• 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 Farmers Careers page

Job Location(s): US - TX

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