Sr. Workers' Compensation Defense Attorney

Sr. Workers' Compensation Defense Attorney

We are excited to announce we are looking to add to our Zurich team in our Pasadena Staff Legal office. This Trial Attorney will join an organization of highly motivated legal professionals who handle Workers’ Compensation cases.

Come and see what Zurich has to offer! Such as low billable hours at 160 per month, a great 401k and PTO! Work remote and come to the office 1 day a week.

In this role you will be responsible for :

• With limited direction, represents the Company s insureds in all phases of Workers’ Compensation defense litigation.
• Achieve best outcomes for clients by demonstrating a high level of technical excellence in case handling, trial preparation and presentation for matters of moderate to high complexity.
• Drive positive outcomes by correctly applying the law and legal trends, conducting legal analysis and research, preparing legal pleadings and documents, preparing for and managing pre-trial discovery, and participating in judicial or administrative hearings and trials.
• Document case files by accurately capturing and updating relevant information in compliance with best practices.
• Work to have a timely resolution to matters by collaborating with the claims adjuster, developing a case strategy and escalating issues as appropriate.
• Ensure customer service to clients by proactively communicating information; responding to inquiries; and following customer protocols.
• Determine and implement alternative dispute resolution techniques as appropriate, by using effective mediation and negotiation skills within authority limit.
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge by participating in educational opportunities, staying current with industry trends, establishing personal networks and participating in professional societies.
• Contribute to the team effort by accomplishing related results and collaborating on matters as needed.
• Serve as a technical resource by providing guidance and / or mentoring lower level attorneys on legal strategies and use of tools and resources.
• Ensure legal compliance by following state and federal laws and regulations.
• Protect Zurich’s reputation by keeping claims information confidential.

Basic Qualifications :

• Juris Doctor and 7 or more years of experience in the Litigation area.
• Member of the Bar in good standing in jurisdiction(s) in which practice is located.
• Experience with Microsoft Office and Adobe.
• Experience working with Lexis or Westlaw.
• Knowledge of the insurance industry, claims and the insurance defense litigation legal environment.

Preferred Qualifications :

• Workers Compensation highly preferred.
• Experience working in a team-based environment.

Compensation for roles at Zurich varies depending on a wide array of factors including but not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set, and level of experience.

The starting salary range for this position is $127,400.00 - $208,700.00.

As a global company, Zurich recognizes the diversity of our workforce as an asset. We recruit talented people from a variety of backgrounds with unique perspectives that are truly welcome here.

Zurich does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status. EOE disability / vet.

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