Insurance Defense Trial Attorney - Colorado

Farmers Group
US - Colorado - Denver
November 11, 2024
Legal

Insurance Defense Trial Attorney - ColoradoWe are Farmers! We are more than just your favorite commercials.
At Farmers, we strive to deliver peace of mind to our customers by providing protection and comprehensive advice.
That means having people who can help us meet changing customer and business needs.
Farmers high-performance culture is focused on results and the people who achieve them.
We hold ourselves and others accountable for sustainably growing the business and each other.
We seek solutions, own our actions, and grow through discomfort.This is a virtual position handling cases primarily around the Denver area, and we are open to candidates statewide who are comfortable making in-person appearances and trials as required.
Comprehensive benefits package including annual bonus potential up to 15% of the salary, generous 401k, auto allowance, PTO, medical/dental vision, paid parental leave, and much more all without the stress of billable hours!Job SummaryResponsible for the competent, ethical, and diligent representation of clients in all cases assigned by supervisor.
Cases can involve all areas of tort practice.
Responsible for handling matters of moderate to great complexity and/or exposure, and may assist in the handling of cases assigned to other attorneys.Essential Job Functions

Handles cases with unique legal or procedural issues involving moderate to severe injuries and/or damages, including preparation of pleadings, motions, discovery, and briefs, attendance at hearings, conferences, interviews, trials or arbitrations, and performance of any other tasks or duties necessary for the proper representation of clients.
May also assist other attorneys in such cases as assigned.
Functionally supervises attorneys who have been requested to assist the Trial Attorney in the handling of particular cases.
Consults with and renders opinions to members of the Claims Departments regarding insurance policy questions and questions concerning the legal aspects of the handling of personal injury claims.
Keeps supervisor informed of the work being done for clients and of any and all problems encountered.
Maintains and updates computerized litigation support systems for assigned caseloads.
Performs other functions as assigned.Physical ActionsJob duties require some or all of the following physical activities:
Carrying and lifting up to 25 pounds, hearing, seeing, standing and walking (including up and down stairs and steps).Physical EnvironmentRequired job duties are normally performed in a climate-controlled office environment, with some exposure to uncontrollable outside environmental conditions and travel via automobile and/or commercial transportation.Education RequirementsHigh school diploma or equivalent required.
Bachelor's degree required.
Law school degree, and member in good standing of the State Bar in the state in which position is located.Experience RequirementsAt least three years as an Attorney including civil jury trial experience or equivalent dispositive ADR experience or comparable outside experience.
Must be capable of handling cases of moderate to great exposure and/or complexity with minimum supervision.Special Skill RequirementPublic speaking, ability to function and handle high case loads in adversarial or confrontational situations, driving.Compensation and Benefits
- Farmers offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience, qualifications, and location.o CO Only:
  $97,440 - $142,890
- Bonus Opportunity (based on Company and Individual Performance)
- 401(k)
- Medical
- Vision
- Health Savings and Flexible Spending AccountsAnticipated application deadline:
  At Farmers, the recruitment process is designed to ensure that we find the best talent to join our team.
  As part of this process, we typically close open positions within 8 to 21 days after posting.
  If you are interested in any of our open positions, we encourage you to submit your application promptly.Farmers will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in accordance with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance or other applicable law.
  Pursuant to 18 U.S.C.
  Section 1033, Farmers is prohibited from employing any individual who has been convicted of any criminal felony involving dishonesty or a breach of trust without prior written consent from the state Department of Insurance.
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