Thehartford

Sr Staff Attorney ,Insurance Defense

Brea, CA · Staff+

Sponsorship not specified$50k-$55kDetected 7 days ago

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About the role

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.
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.

Manage an inventory of diverse insurance defense matters from inception through trial or other resolution.
and develop well-reasoned defense strategies.
Provide timely, practical legal advice and liability/damages evaluations to Claims and insured partners.
Drive prompt, efficient disposition of assigned cases while maintaining high quality and customer service.
Analyze substantive and procedural issues; conduct thorough legal research; and develop well-reasoned defense strategies.
Collaborate closely with claims partners and advise insureds directly.
Be the lead attorney on your files - set strategy early, evaluate exposure, and drive resolution.

Domicile and active license to practice in California and ability to appear in applicable local state and federal courts.
7 years of relevant litigation experience, including insurance defense and complex tort matters.
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.
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.
Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
Member in good standing of the applicable Bar Association.
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 Southern California courts and local practices.
Highly organized, able to prioritize competing deadlines, and comfortable working in a technology-driven environment.
Additional details
Currently seeking applicants who reside in California. This is a remote role with periodic travel within the Southern California territory, with a primary focus on the Greater Los Angeles and surrounding regions.

Leverage case management and approved technology - including progressive AI tools.
Use your trial skills - prepare and present witnesses and evidence at trials, hearings, and ADR.

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

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