Trial Attorney

Min 3 yrs required

Full-time

No

Trial Attorney - Northern California: Salary, Job Title, and Experience Information

Salary: $103,920 - $150,700 (CA only)
Job Title: Trial Attorney - Northern California
Experience: At least three years as an Attorney including civil jury trial experience or equivalent dispositive ADR experience or comparable outside experience. Must be capable of handling cases of moderate to great exposure and/or complexity with minimum supervision.

Farmers is more than just your favorite insurance commercials. As an award-winning, equal opportunity employer, we strive to deliver peace of mind to our customers by providing protection and comprehensive advice in their moments of need. We are dedicated to supporting the well-being of our people through a comprehensive suite of benefits and giving back to the communities we serve through volunteer programs and nonprofit partnerships.

We are currently seeking a Trial Attorney for our Northern California region. This is a virtual position, with in-person appearances as required, and we are open to candidates throughout the region. As a Trial Attorney, you will be responsible for the competent, ethical, and diligent representation of clients in all cases assigned by your supervisor. This can involve all areas of tort practice and may include handling cases of moderate to severe injuries and/or damages.

Job Summary:

- Responsible for representation of clients in assigned cases
- Cases can involve all areas of tort practice
- Handles cases with unique legal or procedural issues
- May assist other attorneys in assigned cases
- Functionally supervises attorneys who assist with assigned cases
- Consults with and advises Claims Departments on insurance policy and personal injury claim questions
- Keeps supervisor informed of work being done and any problems encountered
- Maintains and updates computerized litigation support systems
- Other duties as assigned

Physical Actions:

- Carrying and lifting up to 25 pounds
- Hearing, seeing, standing, and walking
- Exposure to uncontrollable outside environmental conditions

Physical Environment:

- Climate-controlled office environment
- Some travel may be required via automobile and/or commercial transportation

Education Requirements:

- High school diploma or equivalent
- Bachelor's degree
- Law school degree
- Member in good standing of the State Bar in the state of California

Experience Requirements:

- At least three years as an Attorney
- Civil jury trial experience or equivalent dispositive ADR experience
- Must be capable of handling cases of moderate to great exposure and/or complexity with minimum supervision

Special Skill Requirement:

- Public speaking
- Ability to handle high case loads in adversarial or confrontational situations
- Driving

Benefits:

- Competitive salary
- Bonus potential up to 15% of salary
- 401(k)
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Health savings and flexible spending accounts
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Paid parental leave
- Tuition assistance

Application Deadline:

At Farmers, we are committed to finding the best talent for our team. As part of our recruitment process, we typically close open positions within 8 to 21 days after posting. If you are interested in this position, we encourage you to submit your application promptly.

Join our team and experience our high-performance culture, focused on results and the people who achieve them. Check out our website and follow us on social media to learn more about our culture and open opportunities. Don't miss this chance to make a difference in the lives of our customers and communities. Apply now to become a Trial Attorney for Farmers in Northern California!

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Comprehensive benefits package including annual bonus potential, 401k, auto allowance, PTO, medical/dental/vision, paid parental leave

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Litigation, Legal research, Case management, Negotiation, Public speaking

High school diploma, Bachelor's degree, Law school degree

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Qualification and Experience High school diploma or equivalent, Bachelor's degree, Law school degree, Member of State Bar in good standing

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