Insurance Defense Attorney - Northern California

Farmers Insurance is a company driven by purpose and community, seeking to make a real difference in people's lives. The Insurance Defense Attorney will represent clients in various areas of insurance defense practice, primarily handling low complexity cases from intake to resolution. Responsibilities Litigates low complexity and exposure cases and performs duties necessary from intake to trial and/or settlement This includes but is not limited to preparation of pleadings, motions, discovery, and briefs Attends hearings, conferences, interviews, mediations, arbitrations, and/or trials Proactively informs leadership of case handling opportunities and challenges encountered Consults with the Claims Department on the legal aspects of files Performs other tasks or duties to ensure efficient case management May handle second chair trials and handle trials in cases with minimal complexity and/or exposure May provide support to senior attorneys in cases of greater complexity and/or exposure and may receive developmental assignments of matters that are of moderate complexity and/or exposure Skills Licensed to practice Law in applicable states required upon hire Strong verbal communication and listening skills Excellent written communication skills Effective negotiation skills Ability to represent the company with external constituents Demonstrates excellent judgment and decision making skills Demonstrated time management and priority setting skills Possesses strong technical aptitude Adept and proficient at using technology to maximize efficiency in virtual, paperless environment Bachelors degree preferred Civil litigation and/or personal/bodily injury experience preferred Public speaking, ability to function in adversarial or confrontational situations, driving Benefits Bonus Opportunity (based on Company and Individual Performance) 401(k) Medical Dental Vision Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts Life Insurance Paid Time Off Paid Parental Leave Tuition Assistance Company Overview The companies comprising the Farmers Insurance Group of Companies® currently make up one of the country's largest insurers of vehicles, homes and small businesses, and provide a wide range of other specialty insurance and financial services products. It was founded in 1928, and is headquartered in Los Angeles, California, USA, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is