Senior Legal Counsel, Insurance Litigation

2 weeks ago


San Francisco, California, United States The Hartford Financial Services Group Full time
Position Overview:

The Hartford Financial Services Group is seeking a highly skilled Senior Staff Attorney to manage litigation cases across Northern California, with a focus on the greater Bay Area and adjacent regions.

This role is tailored for a seasoned attorney possessing extensive trial and litigation expertise in areas such as Construction Site incidents, Premises Liability, Products Liability, and both Commercial and Personal Automobile accidents.

The Senior Staff Attorney will be dedicated to achieving optimal outcomes in ongoing litigation, reporting directly to the Staff Legal Managing Attorney or Assistant Managing Attorney.


Key Responsibilities:
  • Oversee complex and high-stakes litigation cases.
  • Conduct thorough analysis of intricate legal and factual issues, performing comprehensive legal research and formulating defense strategies independently.
  • Draft and prepare complex legal documents, including pleadings, discovery requests, depositions, motions, and briefs, with minimal supervision.
  • Provide timely and effective legal advice and information to clients and claims personnel in a technology-driven environment.
  • Engage with courts, witnesses, opposing counsel, and co-counsel in accordance with established protocols.
  • Ensure efficient management and resolution of assigned cases.
  • Independently prepare and present witnesses and evidence during trials, hearings, and alternative dispute resolutions.
  • Research, draft, file, and argue appellate briefs on behalf of clients.
  • Offer legal opinions to the Managing Attorney, Assistant Managing Attorney, staff, clients, and claims customers.

Qualifications:
  • Juris Doctorate (JD) from an accredited law school and a valid license to practice in California and local federal courts.
  • Familiarity with California court systems and ability to travel as needed.
  • Member in good standing with the relevant Bar Association.
  • A minimum of 7 years of legal experience, with documented first chair jury trial and appellate expertise.
  • Strong legal research and writing capabilities.
  • Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
  • Proficient communication, computer, and technological skills, with a capacity to adapt to new software quickly.
  • Demonstrated experience in managing claim cases and litigation.

This position offers a remote work opportunity, with occasional travel required within Northern California, primarily in the greater Bay Area. The Hartford provides flexible work arrangements and a business casual work environment.


Compensation:

The annualized base pay range for this role is between $123,360 and $185,040, based on market analysis of similar positions. Actual compensation may vary based on performance, proficiency, and required competencies. This base pay is part of The Hartford's comprehensive compensation package, which may include bonuses, long-term incentives, and recognition programs.


Equal Opportunity Employer: The Hartford is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.



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