Trial Attorney

Trial Attorney

Location: Glendale, CA

Onsite Flexibility: Hybrid remote with occasional in-court appearances (once or twice a quarter)

Job Details

• Position Type: Direct Hire
• Pay / Salary: $122,000 $184,000 / Year (USD)
• Annual Bonus: 10% target bonus
• Work Authorization: Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Job Summary

This role investigates and manages Workers' Compensation cases from inception until conclusion through dismissal, settlement, or trial. The attorney works with adjusters and clients to resolve claims as expeditiously and efficiently as possible. This is a Full Time / Exempt role. The position is primarily remote and seeks candidates located on the West Coast, with court appearances required once or twice a quarter.

Key Responsibilities

• Handle a caseload of Workers' Compensation cases
• Meet with clients and claims professionals to resolve cases in the most cost-effective manner
• Answer and develop theories and affirmative defenses
• Engage in routine motion practice, discovery, and research
• Handle routine depositions, hearings, conferences, and Trials
• Travel to the boards as required

Required Skills

• Experience handling workers' compensation matters
• Must have a valid driver's license, an acceptable MVR, and an ability to maintain confidentiality
• Advocacy: Has the knowledge and ability to assist, defend or plead for another
• Communication: Has a knowledge and ability to deliberately and precisely exchange thoughts and opinions with one or more persons and to effectively translate legal language and ideas into layman's terms
• Organization Skills: Must have the ability to categorize and prioritize work and information to effectively maximize productivity

Preferred Skills

• Computer literacy, including proficiency in MS Word, Lexis/Westlaw, and daily management of e-mail and calendar
• Able to work in a team environment with other attorneys, adjusters and other claims professionals and support staff
• Investigative Skills: Has an ability to follow up step by step on inquiry or observation; to trace or track, search or examine with care and accuracy. Specifically, must take evidence that may be used in reaching a legal conclusion
• Legal Research: Must demonstrate the ability to locate cases, treaties, codified laws and statutes aimed at the discovery and interpretation of law and to draw a reasonable and accurate conclusion or render an opinion there from
• Courtroom Skills: Has appropriate courtroom behavior, attire and decorum and is familiar with the rules and regulations that govern proceedings and conduct in courts of law or other legal forums and tribunals. Dedication to providing the highest professional service to clients and claims professionals

Education Requirements

• Admitted to the bar and must be licensed to practice law in the jurisdictions where assigned
• California Bar admission required

Work Environment / Physical Requirements

• Ability to use a personal computer and other standard office equipment
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle
• Ability to travel as necessary (court appearances required once or twice per quarter)
• Ability to sit and/or stand for extended periods

Benefits

• Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance Plans
• 401k Retirement Fund

About the Client

This client is a U.S. property and casualty insurer with more than 160 years of history, providing comprehensive coverage for homes, autos, businesses, and specialty lines including marine, property, energy, and reinsurance underwritten through Lloyd's of London to individuals, families, and small and mid-sized businesses across the country. With more than 4,900 employees spanning 48 offices nationwide and annual revenue exceeding $5 billion, this organization is large enough to offer outstanding career depth while maintaining the culture of a values-driven company where people genuinely feel at home. Named to Forbes' Best Insurance Companies list, recognized by TIME as one of the World's Best Companies, and honored by U.S. News & World Report as one of the Best Companies to Work For, the company has built a reputation not just for outstanding insurance but for outstanding employment with a Glassdoor rating of 4.2 out of 5 for culture, values, and work-life balance, and 79% of employees recommending it to a friend. Teams here span underwriters, claims professionals, actuaries, attorneys, and independent agency relationship managers who collaborate across a nationwide network of offices.

About GTT

GTT is a minority-owned staffing firm and a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation, a Native American-owned company in Alaska. We highly value diverse and inclusive workplaces and support Fortune 500 organizations across banking, financial services, technology, life sciences, biotech, utilities, and retail sectors throughout the U.S. and Canada.

Job Number: 26-09105

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