Workers Compensation Trial Attorney or Sr. Trial Attorney

Zurich North America

Irvine (CA)

Hybrid

USD 160,000 - 205,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid flexibility with one in-office

Competitive compensation and incentive

401(k) match and additional retirement

Strong partnerships with claims

Professional growth and advancement

Collaborative culture and well-being

Job summary

Zurich North America seeks a Workers' Compensation Defense Trial Attorney or Senior Trial Attorney in Irvine, CA. The role handles all phases of WC litigation, partnering with claims professionals to craft strategy, conduct discovery, negotiate settlements, and appear at hearings.

Senior-level attorneys mentor peers and provide technical guidance on complex matters. The position offers hybrid work with one in-office day per week and a competitive total rewards package, including potential

Qualifications

Juris Doctor required and bar admission in good standing in California.
5 or more years of litigation experience for Trial Attorney.
7 or more years of litigation experience for Senior Trial Attorney.
Experience with Microsoft Office and Adobe.
Experience using Lexis, Westlaw, or similar legal research platforms.
Knowledge of the insurance industry, claims environment, insurance defense litigation, and legal procedure.

Responsibilities

Handle all phases of Workers' Compensation litigation from evaluation through resolution.
Develop case strategy with claims professionals and conduct discovery.
Negotiate settlements, appear at hearings, and advocate for clients.
Senior role: mentor colleagues and provide technical guidance on complex matters.

Skills

Litigation experience

Legal research

Microsoft Office

Adobe

Lexis/Westlaw

Insurance defense knowledge

Education

Juris Doctor

Tools

Lexis/Westlaw

Adobe

Microsoft Office

Job description

Great Trial Lawyers Deserve Great Work-Life Balance.

Workers' Compensation Defense Trial Attorney Or Senior Trial Attorney

Why Zurich?

We’re growing! Be part of an amazing Workers' Compensation defense team that is growing and creating exciting opportunities for attorneys to do meaningful work. Build a litigation career that allows you to sharpen your trial skills without sacrificing your life outside of work.

Great Trial Lawyers Deserve Great Work-Life Balance.

Workers' Compensation Defense Trial Attorney Or Senior Trial Attorney

Opportunity | Irvine, CA | Hybrid

Why Zurich?

Hybrid flexibility with one in-office day per week
Competitive compensation and incentive opportunities
401(k) match and additional company retirement contributions
Strong partnerships with claims professionals
Professional growth and advancement opportunities
A collaborative culture that values both results and well-being

If you're looking for a place where trial skills, strategy, and work-life balance can coexist, we'd like to meet you.

Zurich is seeking a Workers' Compensation Defense Trial Attorney or Senior Trial Attorney to join our Irvine Staff Legal office.

In this role, you will handle all phases of Workers' Compensation litigation, from initial evaluation through resolution. You will partner with claims professionals to develop case strategy, conduct discovery, negotiate settlements, appear at hearings, and advocate for clients throughout the litigation process. Senior-level attorneys will also have opportunities to mentor colleagues and serve as technical resources on complex matters.

This role will be filled at either the Trial Attorney or Senior Trial Attorney Level. The hiring manager will determine the appropriate level based upon the selected applicant’s experience and skill set relative to the qualifications listed for this position.

Basic Qualifications:

Trial Attorney:

Juris Doctor
5 or more years of litigation experience
Member in good standing of the California State Bar
Experience with Microsoft Office and Adobe
Experience using Lexis, Westlaw, or similar legal research platforms
Knowledge of the insurance industry, claims environment, insurance defense litigation, and legal procedure

Senior Trial Attorney:

Juris Doctor
7 or more years of litigation experience
Member in good standing of the California State Bar
Experience with Microsoft Office and Adobe
Experience using Lexis, Westlaw, or similar legal research platforms
Knowledge of the insurance industry, claims environment, insurance defense litigation, and legal procedure
Demonstrated ability to independently manage more complex litigation matters and provide technical guidance to others when appropriate.

Preferred Qualifications:

Workers' Compensation defense experience
Strong communication and negotiation skills
Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities
Ability to manage a caseload independently
Experience working in a collaborative team environment
Trial, hearing, mediation, and settlement experience
For Senior Trial Attorney candidates: experience handling moderate to high-complexity matters, mentoring attorneys, and serving as a subject matter resource.

Work Location Senior Trial Attorney:

This position follows Zurich's hybrid work model. Candidates should be able to report to the Irvine, California office one day per week.

Your pay at Zurich is based on your role, location, skills, and experience. We follow local laws to ensure fair compensation. You may also be eligible for bonuses and merit increases. If your expectations are above the listed range, we still encourage you to apply—your unique background matters to us. The pay range shown is a national average and may vary by location. The combined salary range for this position is $160,000.00 - $205,000.00. The proposed salary range for the Trial Attorney is $160,000.00 - $185,000.00, with short-term incentive bonus eligibility set at 10%. The proposed salary range for the Senior Trial Attorney is $180,000.00 - $205,000.00, with short-term incentive bonus eligibility set at 15%.

We offer competitive pay and comprehensive benefits for employees and their families. [Learn more about Total Rewards here.]

Why Zurich?

At Zurich, we value your ideas and experience. We offer growth, inclusion, and a supportive environment—so you can help shape the future of insurance. Zurich North America is a leader in risk management, with over 150 years of expertise and coverage across 25+ industries, including 90% of the Fortune 500®.

Join us for a brighter future—for yourself and our customers.

Zurich in North America does not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, age, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, pregnancy or other characteristics protected by applicable law. Equal Opportunity Employer disability/vets.

Zurich complies with 18 U.S. Code