Senior Staff Attorney, Insurance Defense

The Hartford • Walnut Creek, CA • 6h ago

Sr Staff Attorney - LM07DE

We're determined to make a difference and are proud to be an insurance company that goes well beyond coverages and policies. Working here means having every opportunity to achieve your goals - and to help others accomplish theirs, too. Join our team as we help shape the future.

About The Hartford : For more than 200 years, The Hartford has helped protect customers through changing times with a focus on integrity and service-and has been recognized by Ethisphere as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies (multiple years). Our legal team plays a direct role in protecting that reputation by delivering thoughtful advocacy and principled outcomes.

Role Summary:

The Hartford's Staff Legal team is built for attorneys who want the depth and challenge of sophisticated litigation-with the stability, resources, and collaboration of an in-house practice. In this role, you'll handle a variety of auto and general liability matters from early case assessment through trial, partnering closely with Claims and directly advising insureds. This Remote position is an ideal fit for a seasoned Attorney with significant trial and litigation experience in Premises Liability, Products Liability, Construction Site accidents and Commercial/Personal Automobile accidents. If you're known for sound judgment, strong courtroom presence, and the ability to move a case forward with confidence, this is an opportunity to apply your expertise. This role is primarily remote in the State of California except for occasional in-person appearances as needed.

Why You'll Love This Role

High-impact litigation: Handle a diverse tort inventory, including

premises, products, general negligence, and auto.

Real courtroom opportunity: Use your trial skills-prepare and present

witnesses and evidence at trials, hearings, and ADR.

In-house partnership model: Collaborate closely with claims partners

and advise insureds directly.

Lead the work: Be the lead attorney on your files-set strategy early,

evaluate exposure, and drive resolution.

Modern practice, modern tools: Leverage case management and

approved technology-including progressive AI tools. Work from home

day to day, with occasional in-person collaboration (approximately 2-4

times per year) and required appearances as the case demands.

Total rewards you can feel: Medical, dental, vision, life; 401(k) with

company match; Annual Incentive Bonus, paid holidays and paid time

off; fitness reimbursement; reimbursed work-related travel/parking;

company phone and standard internet reimbursement.

Invested in your Growth: Ongoing training, mentorship, and

development pathways are built in so you can expand your skills and

take on greater responsibility.

What You'll Do

Manage an inventory of diverse insurance defense matters from

inception through trial or other resolution.

Analyze substantive and procedural issues; conduct thorough legal

research; and develop well-reasoned defense strategies.

Draft and respond to pleadings, written discovery, dispositive motions,

and briefs with minimal supervision.

Take and defend depositions; work with experts; and prepare

witnesses for testimony.

Represent clients at trials, judicial hearings, mediations, arbitrations,

and other ADR proceedings.

Provide timely, practical legal advice and liability/damages evaluations

to Claims and insured partners.

Communicate effectively with courts, opposing counsel, witnesses,

and co-counsel consistent with office procedures.

Drive prompt, efficient disposition of assigned cases while

maintaining high quality and customer service.

Qualifications

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school. Domicile and active license to practice in California and ability to

appear in applicable local state and federal courts.

Member in good standing of the applicable Bar Association. 7 years of relevant litigation experience, including insurance defense

and complex tort matters.

Documented first-chair jury trial and/or appellate experience preferred. Strong legal writing, research, and persuasive advocacy skills. Demonstrated ability to manage a caseload independently, prioritize

competing deadlines, and exercise sound judgment. Target case load

of 50-55 files.

Strong familiarity with Northern California courts and local practices. Highly organized, able to prioritize competing deadlines, and

comfortable working in a technology-driven environment.

Currently seeking applicants who reside in California. This is a remote role with periodic travel within the Northern California territory, with a primary focus on the Greater San Francisco Bay Area and surrounding regions.

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:

$132,400 - $198,600

Equal Opportunity Employer/Sex/Race/Color/Veterans/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity or Expression/Religion/Age

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