Claims Litigation Attorney

An exciting opportunity to join an in-house expanding legal team for a well-established and successful company offering a great culture, commitment to legendary service and competitive compensation package.

We are seeking an experienced Claims Litigation Attorney to join our team. The successful candidate will analyze cases to determine facts, develop legal theories and strategies, identify potential exposure, develop and implement discovery plans, and prepare for court proceedings. This is a remote/hybrid position, with responsibilities including both managing a large caseload with minimal supervision, and providing legal opinions, advice, and guidance to management and Claims personnel.

Responsibilities:

Analyze cases to determine all pertinent facts and develop legal

theories/strategies in the defense of lawsuits

Identify potential exposure to policyholders or the Exchange

Develop and implement appropriate discovery plan and motions, as needed

Prepare for, attend, and defend all court proceedings related to cases,

including trials and arbitrations

Regularly communicate with policyholders and claims representatives

regarding case developments

Prepare and present legal opinions on claims issues

Participate in negotiation and settlement of cases with outside

parties/entities

Provide assistance in handling other attorneys’ files as needed

Prepare and present training programs for attorneys and Claims staff

Requirements:

JD degree from accredited law school
Licensed to practice law
4-6 years of insurance defense law required
Demonstrated ability to manage a complex workload and prioritize tasks
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work independently with minimal direct day-to-day supervision
Good grasp of trial procedures and the rules of the evidence
Valid Driver's License, acceptable Department of Motor Vehicles record and minimum liability insurance - Issued by State Required

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The starting pay range for this position is:

$104,400.00 - $139,200.00

Additionally, for full time positions, you will be eligible to participate in our incentive program based upon the achievement of organization, team and personal performance.

Remarkable benefits:
•   Health coverage for medical, dental, vision
•   401(K) saving plan with company match AND Pension
•   Tuition assistance
•   PTO for community volunteer programs
•   Wellness program
•   Employee discounts

Auto Club Enterprises is the largest federation of AAA clubs in the nation. We have 14,000 employees in 21 states helping 17 million members. The strength of our organization is our employees. Bringing together and supporting different cultures, backgrounds, personalities, and strengths creates a team capable of delivering legendary, lifetime service to our members. When we embrace our diversity – we win. All of Us! With our national brand recognition, long-standing reputation since 1902, and constantly growing membership, we are seeking career-minded, service-driven professionals to join our team.

“Through dedicated employees we proudly deliver legendary service and beneficial products that provide members peace of mind and value.”

AAA is an Equal Opportunity Employer

The Automobile Club of Southern California will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), the Unincorporated Los Angeles County (ULAC) regulation, and the California Fair Chance Act (CFCA).