Insurance Defense - General Attorney / Personal Injury Defense Attorney / Workers' Compensation Law - General Attorney in Sacramento, CA

In-House

Sacramento, CA

Insurance Defense - General Attorney / Personal Injury Defense Attorney / Workers' Compensation Law - General Attorney in Sacramento, CA

Attorney

Min 10 yrs required

No

Senior Litigation Counsel

Job Title

Senior Litigation Counsel

Job Responsibilities

- Trial Leadership & Litigation Strategy: Serve as Lead Trial Counsel in high-exposure cases with potential liabilities exceeding $250,000 in both state and federal courts nationwide. Develop and implement sophisticated litigation strategies tailored to complex legal and jurisdictional issues.
- Client Representation & Advisory: Represent the company and its policyholders in complex civil and workers’ compensation litigation. Provide strategic legal counsel to Claims Representatives and insured clients, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
- Technology & Innovation: Utilize advanced litigation technologies, e-discovery tools, and data analytics to enhance case preparation and courtroom performance.
- Mentorship & Training: Mentor junior attorneys and design training programs on litigation best practices for Legal, Claims, and cross-functional teams.
- Organizational & Budget Management: Oversee litigation expenses, trial budgets, and case timelines to ensure high-quality legal representation and cost efficiency.
- Jurisdictional & Analytical Expertise: Demonstrate flexibility and adaptability to various jurisdictional rules and court procedures across diverse regions. Apply a deep understanding of insurance policies, coverage issues, liability defenses, damage evaluations, and bad faith claims.
- Communication & Negotiation: Negotiate settlements using advanced techniques such as hi-lo agreements and proposals for settlement.
- Team Leadership & Relationship Management: Lead legal teams and collaborate with experts, paralegals, and claims adjusters. Build collaborative client relationships while managing multiple stakeholders and complex legal issues. Act as a role model in ethical practice and mentor junior attorneys in legal excellence and integrity.

Education and Experience Information

- Juris Doctor (JD) or LLB degree from an accredited law school.
- Admission to the bar in California and in good standing; additional licensure for specialized courts or boards may be required.
- Minimum of 10 years of successful trial attorney experience, with a focus on insurance law and complex civil litigation, and as necessary, workers’ compensation and/or No Fault law.
- Proven expertise managing high-stakes, complex litigation with substantial exposure.
- In-depth knowledge of insurance law, regulatory frameworks, and client business operations.
- Exceptional legal research, writing, negotiation, and analytical skills.
- Proficiency with advanced e-discovery platforms, case management software, and remote collaboration tools.
- Demonstrated leadership and mentorship experience within a legal team.
- Superior communication, interpersonal, and client relationship management skills.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple complex cases concurrently.
- Commitment to ethical legal practice and regulatory compliance.

Salary Information

- Minimum Salary: USD $152,.
- Maximum Salary: USD $275,.
- Typical Starting Salary: $160,800 - $187,000
- Flexible Time Off Annual Accrual: 25 days

Additional Information

The company is committed to delivering exceptional legal services to its customers worldwide, working to uphold and protect policyholders’ rights while positively impacting the business. Employees enjoy benefits such as eligible performance bonuses, 20 days of flexible time off each year, personal holidays, and a 401(k) plan with matching contributions. The company fosters an inclusive environment where employees from all backgrounds can build long and meaningful careers. It values hard work, integrity, and commitment to making things better by offering benefits that support life and well-being. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will not tolerate discrimination on any basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law.