Insurance Defense Staff Sr. Trial Attorney

Liberty Mutual Insurance; San Jose (CA); Remote; USD 90,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Senior Litigation Trial Attorney, where you will handle complex civil litigation cases while enjoying a supportive work environment. This role offers the chance to work remotely, participate in a diverse team, and maintain a healthy work/life balance. With a focus on collaboration and mentorship, you will guide junior attorneys and develop strategic legal approaches. Liberty Mutual values your expertise and offers generous benefits, including flexible time off, a pension plan, and a 401(k) with matching contributions. If you're ready to make a positive impact in your career, this is the opportunity for you.

Benefits

Flexible Time Off

Performance Bonuses

Pension Plan

401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions

Qualifications

• 8+ years of complex commercial litigation experience as first chair.
• Membership in the California Bar and appropriate special licenses preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage high value, complex cases from inception through settlement.
• Develop legal strategies and maintain relationships with clients.

Skills

Analytical Thinking

Oral Communication

Written Communication

Relationship Building

Education

JD Degree

Tools

Legal Technologies

Job description

Pay Philosophy

The typical starting salary range for this role is determined by a number of factors including skills, experience, education, certifications and location. The full salary range for this role reflects the competitive labor market value for all employees in these positions across the national market and provides an opportunity to progress as employees grow and develop within the role. Some roles at Liberty Mutual have a corresponding compensation plan which may include commission and/or bonus earnings at rates that vary based on multiple factors set forth in the compensation plan for the role.

Description

This role is primarily remote except for required appearances.

At Liberty Mutual, we’re committed to delivering exceptional legal services to our customers around the world, working to uphold and protect our policyholders’ rights and positively impacting our business. As a Senior Litigation Trial Attorney at Liberty Mutual, you’ll join a diverse team that values a healthy work/life balance and enjoy benefits that include eligible performance bonuses, 20 days of flexible time off each year, personal holidays, a pension plan and a 401(k) plan with matching contributions. If you’re looking for a place to build a long-term career while making a positive difference, consider joining our legal team where you’ll represent Liberty Mutual and our policyholders in high exposure and complex civil litigation matters involving claims for monetary damages or compensation for personal injuries or property damage.

We encourage you to apply and bring your expertise if you’re a:

• Experienced trial lawyer: You will handle high value, complex cases from inception through settlement / verdict. You’ll manage the entire legal process, from investigation and discovery, through trial prep and court proceedings and negotiating settlements as required.
• Strategic partner: Researching all applicable laws and findings in collaboration with junior level attorneys, you’ll develop appropriate legal strategies for all stages of litigation and share them with claims representatives and insured clients.
• People person: You’ll establish and maintain good relationships with claims representatives and clients, and occasionally conduct training sessions for Legal, Claims or other departments.
• Effective communicator: You’ll develop and render clear, unambiguous legal opinions and strategies, and draft legal documents including pleadings and motions.
• Collaborative mentor: You’ll provide guidance and direction to junior attorneys, paralegals or law clerks, while also having opportunities to interact and collaborate with Home Office Legal.

Qualifications

What you’ve got:

Experience

• Membership in the California Bar
• Appropriate special licenses to practice before boards or federal courts preferred
• A minimum of eight years of successful complex commercial litigation experience as first chair
• Experience in insurance defense required

Skills

• Talent for cultivating strong working relationships with internal and external partners
• Aptitude for detail-oriented, analytical thinking
• Persuasive oral and written communication skills

Knowledge

• Broad knowledge of insurance law
• Familiarity with the latest developments in the practice of law, as well as pertinent knowledge in related fields
• Proficiency with technologies that reduce costs and facilitate the practice of law and remote work

Education

• A JD degree

About Us

As a purpose-driven organization, Liberty Mutual is committed to fostering an environment where employees from all backgrounds can build long and meaningful careers. Through strong relationships, comprehensive benefits and continuous learning opportunities, we seek to create an environment where employees can succeed, both professionally and personally.

At Liberty Mutual, we believe progress happens when people feel secure. By providing protection for the unexpected and delivering it with care, we help people