In-House
Glendale, CA
Insurance Defense - General Attorney in Glendale, CA
Attorney
Min 5 yrs required
No
Job Title: Employment Practices Liability- Staff Counsel
Job Responsibilities:
- Handle the defense of employment matters, including both non-litigated and litigated employment disputes.
- Respond to demand letters, state and federal agency charges, and lawsuits filed against the company's insureds.
- Investigate and manage assigned cases from inception to conclusion, whether through dismissal, settlement, or trial.
- Work with adjusters and insureds to resolve claims expeditiously and efficiently.
- Assist with general liability and/or professional liability matters as needed.
- Conduct depositions, pre-trial discovery, mediations, arbitrations, or any other legal activity required to resolve cases independently.
- Engage in daily communications with claim professionals and clients concerning the evaluation of legal files.
- Provide legal advice to clients and claim professionals as needed.
- Negotiate settlements as authorized.
- Attend round tables and related strategy discussions.
- Travel within the state of California, as required for case handling.
Education and Experience Information:
- Must be licensed to practice law in the state and federal courts in California.
- 5+ years of experience in employment litigation matters with an emphasis on representation of employers preferred.
- Strong knowledge of current procedural and substantive law, as well as federal, state, and administrative agency rules.
- Demonstrated ability to analyze issues, develop effective strategies on pending cases, communicate regularly and effectively with claims professionals and clients, document communications, and resolve cases efficiently.
- Solid experience in preparing responsive pleadings, handling court appearances, discovery, motion practice, valuation of claims, settlement conferences/mediations, and trials.
- Ability to work independently with minimal direction, handle claims efficiently, and travel throughout California as necessary.
Salary Information:
- Pay Type: Salary
- Hiring Min Rate: 130,000 USD
- Hiring Max Rate: 170,000 USD
Career Development:
The company supports career growth through on-the-job experiences, personalized coaching, and robust learning and development programs. Employees are encouraged to grow and develop at every level.
Benefits:
- Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
- 401K with a company match.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- PTO and company-paid holidays.
- Flexible work arrangements.
- Cultural Awareness Day in support of IDE.
- On-site medical/wellness center (Worcester only).
EEO Statement:
The company values diversity and provides equal opportunity for employment and promotion based on experience, training, education, and ability, without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex/gender, sexual orientation, national origin, gender identity, disability, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, ancestry, or any other status protected by law. The company is committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination and harassment.
Privacy Policy:
Applicants can view the privacy policy and online privacy statement through the provided link. California residents can view the types of information collected from applicants and employees and how it is used through a separate link.
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