Senior Litigation Attorney

1 day ago


San Francisco, California, United States CNA Insurance Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Litigation Attorney to join our team at CNA Insurance. As a key member of our litigation team, you will be responsible for handling complex insurance defense cases from pleadings through trial, driving for superior results and developing the litigation strategy.

Key Responsibilities
  • Develops and implements litigation strategies to achieve optimal results
  • Handles complex insurance defense cases from pleadings through trial
  • Advises on whether cases should be tried or settled and drives cases to resolution with urgency
  • Handles high-complexity or exposure bench and jury trials as first chair in state and federal court
  • Communicates regularly and concisely with clients, claim professionals, leadership, and others to ensure effective case management
  • Conducts legal research and analysis to provide counsel and guidance on legal questions or issues
  • Prepares opinions or position papers on various legal issues and interpretations
  • Counsels clients, management, and claim professionals to avoid legally unsound decisions or plans
  • May supervise, train, or mentor other attorneys and paralegals
Requirements
  • Senior level advanced knowledge of the law and legal theories, principles, practices, and procedures of litigation management within an insurance organization
  • Ability to work collaboratively with others to achieve desired results
  • Excellent verbal and written communication, negotiation, and presentation skills
  • Strong negotiation, consultative, and facilitation skills with the ability to effectively interact with all internal and external business partners
  • Ability to exercise independent judgment and work with and maintain confidential and sensitive information
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, and senior level skill in managing ambiguous situations and issues
  • Proven ability to take a proactive long-term view of business goals and objectives to achieve strategic business results
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and other business-related software
Education and Experience

Bachelor's degree with JD, and admission to the CA bar. Typically requires a minimum of nine years or more of experience in claims and/or law firm with a progressively increasing level of responsibility. Requires trial and litigation experience, a proven track record of results, and may require specific technical/functional area legal experience.

In California, the average base pay range for the Senior Litigation Attorney role is $160,500 to $200,500. Salary determinations are based on various factors, including but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications, and location.

CNA offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to help our employees – and their family members – achieve their physical, financial, emotional, and social wellbeing goals. For a detailed look at CNA's benefits, please visit our website.



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