Senior Defense Attorney
2 weeks ago
Under the supervision of a managing attorney, this role performs legal counsel duties in the defense and representation of the company in various courts of law and other related appearances. The essential functions of this position include:
- Handling complex cases under the state administrative process (trial level).
- Defending workers' compensation cases.
- Taking depositions, analyzing testimony, and preparing and filing related reports.
- Representing the company in appearances at hearings and conferences; preparing and filing related reports.
- Researching and preparing complex pleadings for cases under the state administrative process (trial level).
- Providing advice, training, and recommendations on case handling strategies and tactics to representatives of the Claims department.
- Performing legal research at all levels, from advising clients through the appellate procedures.
- May assist in training Trial Attorney I.
- Apply principles of logical thinking to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
- Responds positively to direction and critique of performance.
- Consistently maintain professional and appropriate demeanor.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Juris Doctorate Law school graduate and member in good standing of the State Bar required.
- 4+ Years as a Trial Attorney for legal defense of workers' compensation claims required.
- Ability to communicate both orally and in writing, in an articulate, persuasive, precise, and professional manner.
- Experience with training small groups in current legal practices and procedures in the field of workers' compensation defense and subrogation.
- Ability to lift legal files, including documents and exhibits, up to a weight of 15 pounds.
- Must be willing and able to travel using all means of public transportation, as well as automobile driving, to various California venues when live appearances are requested or required.
- Valid Driver License in good standing.
The expected salary range for this position is $125,360.91 to $156,000. Actual pay will be adjusted based on experience, geographic location, and other job-related factors as permitted by law.
Zenith Insurance Company is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.
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