Sr. Litigation Attorney (Insurance Defense) - NJ & PA - Hybrid

CSAA Insurance Group; New Jersey; A distancia; USD 152.000 - 203.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Annual bonus eligibility

401(k) with company match

Remote-friendly / Flexible workplace

Descripción de la vacante

CSAA Insurance Group is seeking a Sr. Litigation Attorney (Insurance Defense) for NJ/PA with a hybrid work setup. You will manage complex cases, mentor junior attorneys, and travel for arbitrations and trials as needed.

Applicants must hold NJ and PA licenses and have extensive personal injury litigation experience. The role emphasizes independent analysis, strong advocacy, and ethics in a supportive, inclusive environment.

Formación

• 10-12+ years of experience in insurance defense with considerable courtroom and first-chair trial experience.
• Juris Doctorate and license to practice law in New Jersey and Pennsylvania.
• Proficient in personal injury litigation including liability assessment, causation, damages, coverage, personal injury damages and causation.
• Ability to work collaboratively with assigned paralegal(s) and support staff.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to communicate verbally and in writing in an organized and timely manner.
• Strong negotiation skills.
• Proficient computer skills, including MS Office and online research tools.
• Ability to manage case inventory of complex cases with a high degree of efficiency.
• Ability to advocate creatively, persuasively and effectively.
• Advanced analytical and legal skills including independent thinking in client’s best interest.
• Knowledge, understanding, and appreciation of legal ethics.

Responsabilidades

• Handle a full inventory of complex litigated files, including discovery, arbitration, mediation and trials.
• Advise and mentor less senior attorneys.
• Travel when appropriate for appearances, including arbitrations and trials.
• Prepare legal pleadings, motions, discovery, trial documents with input from claims specialists.
• Appear and advocate on behalf of CSAA IG and its insureds.
• Conduct all phases of personal injury litigation including investigation, discovery, motions, arbitration hearings and jury trials.
• Serve as a resource and resolve major issues within legal specialty area with independence.
• Anticipate and advise on potential legal issues significantly impacting insurance and motor club operations.

Conocimientos

Insurance defense

Trial experience

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

MS Office

Case management

Independent advocacy

Legal ethics

AI fluency

Educación

Juris Doctorate

Herramientas

MS Office

Online research tools

Descripción del empleo

CSAA Insurance Group (CSAA IG), a AAA insurer, is one of the leading personal lines property and casualty insurance groups in the United States. Here, every employee shapes our mission. We build innovative, human-centered solutions that help AAA members prevent, prepare for, and recover from life's uncertainties. You will join a collaborative, inclusive culture where your strengths have room to grow and your ideas can drive real impact. Step into a role where you can contribute to our shared success through meaningful work.

We are actively hiring for a Sr. Litigation Attorney (Insurance Defense) - NJ & PA - Hybrid!

Your Role

As a Sr. Litigation Attorney, you will handle a full inventory of complex litigated files, including discovery, arbitration, mediation and trials, with minimal management oversight. This attorney will also be expected to advise and mentor less senior attorneys.

Your Work

• Must live in New Jersey or Pennsylvania, and candidates must be actively licensed and in good standing with the New Jersey and Pennsylvania Bar.
• Attorneys are required to travel when appropriate for certain appearances, including arbitrations and trials. We also gather occasionally in person with our teams for certain meetings and events.
• Applies independent analysis and judgment to prepare legal pleadings, motions, discovery, trial documents, etc. with close coordination and input from claims specialists.
• Appears and advocates on behalf of CSAA IG and its member insureds.
• Conducts all phases of personal injury litigation including investigation, discovery, motions, arbitration hearings and jury trials.
• Is assigned and responsible for the most complex and/or highest value cases.
• Works on and responsible for handling complex legal matters or projects including matters not in litigation.
• Serves as a resource and resolves major issues within legal specialty area with considerable independence.
• Anticipates and advises on potential legal issues significantly impacting insurance and motor club operations.
• No billable hours

Required Experience, Education And Skills

• 10-12+ years of experience in insurance defense practice with considerable courtroom and first-chair trial experience
• Requires Juris Doctorate and license to practice law in New Jersey and Pennsylvania
• Proficient in personal injury litigation including liability assessment, causation, damages, coverage, personal injury damages and causation and the tri-partite relationship
• Ability to work collaboratively with assigned paralegal(s) and support staff
• Excellent communication skills and ability to communicate verbally and in writing in an organized and timely manner
• Strong negotiation skills
• Proficient computer skills, including MS office and online research tools
• Ability to manage case inventory of complex cases with a high degree of efficiency. Ability to effectively manage and prioritize multiple tasks.
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing in an organized and timely manner
• Ability to advocate creatively, persuasively and effectively
• Advanced analytical and legal skills including the ability to think and act independently in a client’s best interest
• Knowledge, understanding, and appreciation of legal ethics

What would make us excited about you?

• Strong AI fluency, including practical experience with generative AI, AI-powered research and decision-support tools, and applying emerging technologies to improve legal workflows, solve business problems, and drive efficiency.
• Actively shapes our company culture (e.g., supporting employee resource groups, mentoring employees, volunteering, joining cross-functional projects)
• Champions our cultural norms (e.g., willing to have cameras when it matters helping onboard new team members, building relationships, etc.)
• Demonstrates a company ownership mindset, thinking beyond boundaries of their own area
• Travels as needed for role, including divisional / team meetings and other in-person meetings
• Fulfills business needs, which may include investing extra time, helping other teams, etc

Please note we are hiring for this role remote anywhere in the United States with the following exceptions Hawaii and Alaska.

Why Choose a Career at CSAA IG?

At CSAA IG, we are a mission-driven organization proudly committed to empowering our members, our employees, and our communities to thrive.

Recognition

We offer a total compensation package, annual bonus eligibility for most roles, 401(k) with a company match, and so much more! Read more about what we offer and what it is like to be a part of our dynamic team at https//careers.csaainsurance.aaa.com/us/en/benefits.

Career Growth

We believe in growth for everyone. Here at CSAA IG, leaders and mentors partner with employees to align interests, unlock development opportunities, and support long‑term success.

Flexible Workplace

We embrace a remote-first culture through our Flexible Workplace. Most employees hold Home-Flex roles, working primarily from home, often with the flexibility to work from various locations including CSAA offices. Our flexible workplace empowers you to balance remote work with intentional in‑person moments that deepen connection and collaboration.

Inclusion and Belonging

An inclusive and welcoming workplace is the cornerstone of our success. By fostering an environment where people feel valued and heard, we deepen our ability to understand and meet the unique needs of our members. This strengthens innovation and enhances our products and services, giving us a competitive edge in the market.

Sustainability

As climate change leads to more frequent and severe weather events, we are taking bold action to build more resilient communities and reduce our environmental impact.

CSAA is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities or other limitations. If you would like to request an accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, please [e-mail]

CSAA does not provide visa sponsorship for this role. Applicants must have authorization to work indefinitely in the US. Please do not apply for this role if at any time (now or in the future) you will need immigration support (i.e., H-1B, TN, STEM OPT Training Plans, etc.).

CSAA Insurance Group is an equal opportunity employer.

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The national average salary range for this position is $152,010.00-$168,900.00. However, we have a location-based compensation structure. Our salary ranges vary and are calculated based on work location. The starting pay range for this position across all the states we hire in is $152,010.00-$202,550.00. This role also includes an opportunity for a company-wide annual discretionary bonus, through our Annual Incentive Plan (AIP), of up to 12% of eligible pay.

This job posting will be unposted on Mon, 16 Nov 2026.