Insurance Defense - General Attorney in San Jose, CA

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In-House

San Jose, CA

Insurance Defense - General Attorney in San Jose, CA

Attorney

Min 3 yrs required

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Job Title:
Insurance Defense Staff Attorney

Job Responsibilities:
As an Insurance Defense Staff Attorney, you will be responsible for managing the entire legal process from investigation and discovery through trial preparation and court proceedings. This includes representing clients in depositions, site inspections, court hearings, trials, and negotiating settlements as required. You will also develop appropriate legal strategies for all stages of litigation, research applicable laws and findings, and communicate these strategies with claims representatives and insured clients. Establishing and maintaining good relationships with claims representatives and insured clients is an important aspect of the role, along with occasionally conducting training sessions for Legal, Claims, or other departments. You will be required to develop and render clear, unambiguous legal opinions and strategies, draft legal documents including pleadings and motions, and provide guidance and direction to junior attorneys, paralegals, or law clerks. There will also be opportunities to interact and collaborate with Home Office Legal.

Education and Experience Information:
- Membership in the California Bar is required.
- Appropriate special licenses to practice before boards or federal courts are preferred.
- A minimum of three years of successful experience conducting discovery, depositions, oral arguments, mediations, arbitrations, hearings, and trials is required.
- Experience representing insurance companies is necessary.
- A JD degree is required.

Skills:
- Talent for cultivating strong working relationships with internal and external partners.
- Aptitude for detailed, analytical thinking.
- Process-oriented mindset with a proven ability to meet deadlines and stay organized.
- Persuasive oral and written communication skills.

Knowledge:
- Knowledge of insurance law.
- Familiarity with the latest developments in the practice of law, as well as pertinent knowledge in related fields.
- Proficiency with technologies that reduce costs and facilitate the practice of law and remote work.

Salary Information:
- Minimum Salary: USD $94,.
- Maximum Salary: USD $161,.
- Typical Starting Salary: $100,000 - $116,000
- Flexible Time Off Annual Accrual: 20 days

The salary range for this role is determined by various factors including skills, experience, education, certifications, and location. The full salary range reflects the competitive labor market value for all employees in these positions across the national market and provides opportunities for progression as employees grow and develop within the role.

Company Overview:
The company is committed to delivering exceptional legal services to customers around the world, working to uphold and protect policyholders' rights and positively impacting the business. The company values a healthy work/life balance and offers benefits that include eligible performance bonuses, 20 days of flexible time off each year, personal holidays, a pension plan, and a 401(k) plan with matching contributions. The company is a purpose-driven organization committed to fostering an environment where employees from all backgrounds can build long and meaningful careers. Through strong relationships, comprehensive benefits, and continuous learning opportunities, the company seeks to create an environment where employees can succeed both professionally and personally.

Equal Opportunity Statement:
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will not tolerate discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, disability, veteran's status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law.

Fair Chance Notices are applicable in California, Los Angeles Incorporated, Los Angeles Unincorporated, Philadelphia, and San Francisco.

May 22, 2025
May 05, 2025
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