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Sr. Workers' Compensation Defense Attorney
Jobs via eFinancialCareers, San Francisco, California, United States, 94199
Zurich is seeking an experienced Workers' Compensation Defense Attorney to work out of our Gold River, CA Staff Legal office or fully remote anywhere in Northern California.
If you are ready for a career move, consider working for a company with a global footprint that offers an excellent work/life balance, terrific benefits including a 401K match and a second 401K company contribution, flexible work options and a great culture.
This Attorney will be responsible for representing the Company in all phases of Workers' Compensation litigation in Northern California. They will be practicing law in compliance with ethical standards as established by state law by preparing and defending moderate to high exposure Workers' Compensation cases from a challenging and varied caseload. Responsibilities will include working directly with claims professionals providing legal analysis and advice, preparing and filing legal pleadings and documents, performing legal research, preparing for and conducting pre-hearing discovery, preparing for and handling final hearings before workers compensation Administrative Law Judges, and conducting post-trial activities where appropriate. Under limited direction, the attorney will work within broad limits and authority on complex assignments requiring specialized knowledge in breadth and/or depth in area of expertise.
At Zurich North America we acknowledge that work life-balance and flexibility are a priority when it comes to choosing your next career move. Designed with our employees' needs in mind, the ZNA hybrid work model emphasizes flexibility, allowing claims employees to conduct individual work in their preferred location, while facilitating in-person connections and collaborative activities when meaningful and valuable. While the model provides a high level of flexibility and autonomy, occasional in-office attendance should be expected.
Basic Qualifications:Juris Doctor and 7 or more years of experience in the Workers' Compensation Litigation area ANDMember in good standing of the California State Bar AssociationExperience with Microsoft Office and AdobeExperience working with Lexis or WestlawExperience independently managing workers' compensation case load as lead attorneyKnowledge of the insurance defense litigation legal environment
Preferred Qualifications:Effective communication skillsEffective negotiation skillsExperience working in a team-based environmentCollaboration skillsEffective problem solving and analytical skillsCertified Workers Compensation Specialist designation
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. As required by local law, Zurich provides in good faith a reasonable range of compensation for roles. The starting salary range for this position is $140,000.00 to $170,000.00.
As a condition of employment at Zurich, employees must adhere to any COVID-related health and safety protocols in place at that time.
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.
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If you are ready for a career move, consider working for a company with a global footprint that offers an excellent work/life balance, terrific benefits including a 401K match and a second 401K company contribution, flexible work options and a great culture.
This Attorney will be responsible for representing the Company in all phases of Workers' Compensation litigation in Northern California. They will be practicing law in compliance with ethical standards as established by state law by preparing and defending moderate to high exposure Workers' Compensation cases from a challenging and varied caseload. Responsibilities will include working directly with claims professionals providing legal analysis and advice, preparing and filing legal pleadings and documents, performing legal research, preparing for and conducting pre-hearing discovery, preparing for and handling final hearings before workers compensation Administrative Law Judges, and conducting post-trial activities where appropriate. Under limited direction, the attorney will work within broad limits and authority on complex assignments requiring specialized knowledge in breadth and/or depth in area of expertise.
At Zurich North America we acknowledge that work life-balance and flexibility are a priority when it comes to choosing your next career move. Designed with our employees' needs in mind, the ZNA hybrid work model emphasizes flexibility, allowing claims employees to conduct individual work in their preferred location, while facilitating in-person connections and collaborative activities when meaningful and valuable. While the model provides a high level of flexibility and autonomy, occasional in-office attendance should be expected.
Basic Qualifications:Juris Doctor and 7 or more years of experience in the Workers' Compensation Litigation area ANDMember in good standing of the California State Bar AssociationExperience with Microsoft Office and AdobeExperience working with Lexis or WestlawExperience independently managing workers' compensation case load as lead attorneyKnowledge of the insurance defense litigation legal environment
Preferred Qualifications:Effective communication skillsEffective negotiation skillsExperience working in a team-based environmentCollaboration skillsEffective problem solving and analytical skillsCertified Workers Compensation Specialist designation
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. As required by local law, Zurich provides in good faith a reasonable range of compensation for roles. The starting salary range for this position is $140,000.00 to $170,000.00.
As a condition of employment at Zurich, employees must adhere to any COVID-related health and safety protocols in place at that time.
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.
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