Sr Staff Attorney - LM07DEStaff Attorney - LM07EE
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Come join an exciting and inclusive work environment where your work matters and we put the customer at the center of all we do. The Senior Staff Attorney and Staff Attorney role is an in-house position that will handle a designated caseload of Workers' Compensation cases appearances before the California Workers' Compensation Boards in Orange County, Anaheim , Santa Ana, Pomona and Long Beach California.
Our selected candidate will be part of collaborative learning environment with onsite appearances in partnership with our Attorney Staff. The team is committed to personal growth as we strive to provide excellent customer service to our insureds. As part of our commitment to continuous learning, we are proud to act as a CLE provider throughout the year! If you have a passion for the law and enjoy collaborating with within a matrixed business environment where you will have direct interaction with Claims Partners and insureds, we want to speak with you!
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Analyze complex legal and factual issues, conduct extensive and develop
well-reasoned legal research.
Independently create and present defense strategies on behalf of clients.
Prepare complex pleadings, written discovery, depositions, motions and
briefs in support of defense strategies with autonomy.
Partner with our Claims Partners to achieve the best results for our Hartford
insured.
Provide effective and timely communications, information, legal advice and
other services to clients on legal and factual issues.
Communicate with the court, witnesses, opposing counsel and co-counsel
with professional diplomacy and discretion.
Facilitate prompt, efficient and effective disposition of assigned cases.
Independently prepare and present witnesses and evidence at trials,
judicial/administrative hearings, arbitrations and alternative dispute
resolutions.
Research, draft, file and argue appellate briefs in reviewing courts on behalf of
clients.
Participate in Team Huddles.
Provide in-house training to junior associates and/or claims partners.
Participate in claims file reviews.
Attend continuing legal education seminars in order to maintain high level of
professional expertise.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Staff Attorney:
Minimum of 3 years of legal practice experience handling complex Workers'
Compensation cases.
JD from accredited law school and license to practice in the state of
California.
Trial experience is preferred.
Positive minded and collaborative team-player attitude.
Strong legal research and writing skills.
Solid MS Office proficiency (Word, Excel, PowerPoint & Outlook).
Lexis Nexis experience is a plus!
Self-directed with excellent organizational and prioritization skills.
Strong computer skills and the ability to quickly leverage new software as
required.
Sr Staff Attorney:
Minimum of 5 years of legal practice experience handling complex workers'
compensation cases.
JD from accredited law school and license to practice in the state of
California.
Trial experience is preferred.
Positive minded and collaborative team-player attitude.
Strong legal research and writing skills.
Solid MS Office proficiency (Word, Excel, PowerPoint & Outlook)
Lexis Nexis experience is a plus!
Self-directed with excellent organizational and prioritization skills.
Strong computer skills and the ability to quickly leverage new software as
required.
WHAT ELSE CAN YOU TELL ME?
This position is a remote work opportunity however, our selected candidate will travel 1-4 days per week (pending future court openings) within the following geography: Orange County, Anaheim , Santa Ana, Pomona and Long Beach California.
We offer flexible work arrangements and enjoy a business casual work environment.
Compensation
The listed annualized base pay range is primarily based on analysis of similar positions in the external market. Actual base pay could vary and may be above or below the listed range based on factors including but not limited to performance, proficiency and demonstration of competencies required for the role. The base pay is just one component of The Hartford's total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include short-term or annual bonuses, long-term incentives, and on-the-spot recognition. The annualized base pay range for this role is:
$114,800 - $192,000
The posted salary range reflects our ability to hire at different position titles and levels depending on background and experience.
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