Senior Litigation Counsel

Liberty Mutual Insurance; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 152,000 - 275,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance firm is looking for a Senior Litigation Counsel to lead trial litigation in high-stakes cases. This role involves developing strategic litigation approaches and mentoring junior attorneys. Candidates should have a JD degree, a minimum of 10 years of trial experience in complex civil and insurance law, and exceptional negotiation skills. The position is based in California and offers a competitive salary range of $152,000 to $275,000 per year.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of successful trial attorney experience.
• Proven expertise managing high-stakes litigation.
• Admission to the bar in California and in good standing.

Responsibilities

• Lead Trial Counsel in complex litigation cases.
• Develop and execute sophisticated litigation strategies.
• Mentor junior attorneys and deliver training programs.

Skills

Legal research

Negotiation skills

Client representation

Litigation strategy

Trial advocacy

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) or LLB degree

Tools

E-discovery platforms

Case management software

Job description

Overview

Senior Litigation Counsel role at Liberty Mutual Insurance. Lead Trial Attorney on high-exposure insurance defense cases across multiple jurisdictions. The position requires a seasoned litigator with a track record in complex civil litigation, trial advocacy, and strategic legal leadership.

Responsibilities

• Trial Leadership & Litigation Strategy: Serve as Lead Trial Counsel in high-stakes cases with exposure exceeding $250,000 in state and federal courts nationwide. Develop and execute sophisticated litigation strategies tailored to complex legal and jurisdictional issues.
• Client Representation & Advisory: Represent Liberty Mutual and its policyholders in complex civil and workers’ compensation litigation. Provide strategic legal counsel to Claims Representatives and insured clients, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
• Technology & Innovation: Leverage advanced litigation technologies, e-discovery tools, and data analytics to enhance case preparation and courtroom performance.
• Mentorship & Training: Mentor junior attorneys and deliver training programs on litigation best practices. Design and deliver training programs for Legal, Claims, and cross-functional teams on litigation best practices.
• Organizational & Budget Management: Manage litigation expenses, trial budgets, and case timelines to ensure high-quality legal representation and cost efficiency.
• Jurisdictional & Analytical Expertise: Demonstrate flexibility and adaptability to various jurisdictional rules and court procedures across diverse regions. Apply a deep understanding of insurance policies, coverage issues, liability defenses, damage evaluations, and bad faith claims.
• Communication & Negotiation: Negotiate settlements using advanced techniques such as hi-lo agreements and proposals for settlement.
• Team Leadership & Relationship Management: Lead legal teams and collaborate with experts, paralegals, and claims adjusters. Build collaborative client relationships while managing multiple stakeholders and complex legal issues. Act as a role model in ethical practice and mentor junior attorneys in legal excellence and integrity.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) or LLB degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the bar in California and in good standing; additional licensure for specialized courts or boards may be required.
• Minimum of 10 years of successful trial attorney experience, with a focus on insurance law and complex civil litigation and, as necessary, workers’ compensation and/or No-Fault law.
• Proven expertise managing high-stakes, complex litigation with substantial exposure.
• In-depth knowledge of insurance law, regulatory frameworks, and client business operations.
• Exceptional legal research, writing, negotiation, and analytical skills.
• Proficiency with advanced e-discovery platforms, case management software, and remote collaboration tools.
• Demonstrated leadership and mentorship experience within a legal team.
• Superior communication, interpersonal, and client relationship management skills.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple complex cases concurrently.
• Commitment to ethical legal practice and regulatory compliance.

Pay

Liberty Mutual Insurance provided pay range: Base pay range $152,000.00/yr - $275,000.00/yr. The actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

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. Liberty Mutual is an equal opportunity employer. We will not tolerate discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, disability, veteran\'s status, pregnancy, genetic information or on any basis prohibited by federal, state or local law.