Senior Trial Attorney

Zenith Insurance Company; Fresno (CA); Hybrid; USD 171,222 - 190,246; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Paid Parental Leave

Life, AD&D and Disability Insurance

Education and Training Reimbursement

401(k), Employee Share Purchase Plan (ESPP)

Generous Paid Leave Policy

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Zenith Insurance Company seeks a Trial Attorney to provide legal counsel on complex matters primarily in workers' compensation. The role allows for remote work, but candidates must attend in-person hearings in Fresno. An ideal candidate will have 7+ years in legal defense and a Juris Doctorate.

The position includes competitive pay between $171,222 and $190,246, comprehensive benefits like medical and dental insurance, and significant opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• 7+ years as a Trial Attorney for legal defense of workers' compensation claims.
• Member in good standing of the State Bar.
• Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing.

Responsibilities

• Handles highly complex cases under the administrative process.
• Defends workers' compensation cases in court.
• Researches legal cases and prepares pleadings.

Skills

Effective communication

Training small groups

Legal research

Problem-solving skills

Ability to perform under critique

Education

Juris Doctorate

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Introduction

Zenith is a team of Workers' Compensation Specialists committed to helping businesses succeed by protecting against the financial and human consequences of workplace injuries, providing for the needs of injured employees and making the workplace safer. To distinguish ourselves as the desired provider of Workers' Compensation Insurance, values such as collaboration, work-life balance, and integrity are placed at the center of all our operations. In addition, Zenith supports career advancement through a dedication to ongoing learning and development. An individual coming to Zenith will not only receive competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package, but continuous opportunities to grow as a professional.

Overview

This role can work remotely; however, incumbent must be able to attend in-person board hearings in Fresno.

With limited direction of managing attorney, performs duties of legal counsel on complex legal matters in the defense and representation of the Company in a variety of courts of law, and other related appearances.

Responsibilities

• Handles highly complex cases under the state administrative process (trial level).
• Defends workers' compensation cases.
• Takes depositions, analyzes testimony, prepares and files related reports.
• Represents the Company in appearances at hearings and conferences; prepares and files related reports.
• Researches and prepares highly complex pleadings for cases under the state administrative process (trial level).
• Provides advice, training, and recommendations on case handling strategies and tactics to representatives of the Claims department.
• Performs legal research at all levels, from advising clients through the appellate procedures.
• Acts as inter-departmental training seminar leader.
• May assist in training Trial Attorney I and II.
• Apply principles of logical thinking to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions.
• Responds positively to direction and critique of performance.
• Consistently maintain professional and appropriate demeanor.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Perform regular reviews on appropriate access levels based on job titles/roles for core systems.

Education

• High School Diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience required
• Juris Doctorate Law school graduate and member in good standing of the State Bar required

Work Experience

• 7+ years as a Trial Attorney for legal defense of workers' compensation claims required

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing, in an articulate, persuasive, precise and professional manner.
• Experience with training small groups in current legal practices and procedures in the field of workers’ compensation defense and subrogation.
• Ability to lift legal files, including documents and exhibits, up to a weight of 15 pounds.
• Must be willing and able to travel extensively using all means of public transportation, as well as capable of prolonged automobile driving, in excess of three hours a day, to widely dispersed venues.
• Valid Driver License in good standing.

Pay, Benefits, and Other Information

The expected salary range for this position is $171,222 to $190,246. Actual pay will be adjusted based on experience, geographic location, and other job-related factors as permitted by law. Qualifications may warrant placement in a different job level.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Parental Leave
• Life, AD&D and Disability Insurance
• 401(k), Employee Share Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Education and Training Reimbursement
• Paid Leave: 3 weeks/year Vacation, 2 weeks/year Sick Leave
• 10 paid Company Holidays, 2 Personal Days, 2 Floating Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Zenith Insurance Company is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. In compliance with California law, we are committed to fair hiring practices. Pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act (AB 1008), we will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the law. Additionally, in accordance with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, we will not inquire about an applicant’s criminal history until after a conditional offer of employment has been made. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and need assistance accessing our career center or applying for a position due to your disability, you are entitled to request an accommodation. To make a request, please contact a Human resources representative at Zenith Insurance Company.