Job ID: 8333

We’re proud to give our employees the flexibility to choose how and where they want to work. In this role, you will decide whether your preference is to work from home (remote), work from the office or a hybrid of time spent at both; however, you must live near the work site/territory and able to travel by ground as much as necessary. You may live and work in any state where Wawanesa currently operates in the U.S. or a state the company has the ability to run payroll. Please check with the Recruiter to determine if your remote work location is allowed.

Wawanesa Insurance offers property and casualty insurance in California and Oregon. We’ve been serving our members since 1975 when The Wawanesa Mutual Insurance Company of Canada obtained a license to sell insurance in California.

We are delighted to share that Wawanesa Insurance is now a subsidiary of the Auto Club of Southern California (AAA). AAA has a rich history of serving customers since 1900. AAA has continually anticipated the needs of those who count on them and provides unique new services, expanding to offer membership, insurance, travel, discounts, financial, and automotive services to more than 17 million members. All of this means an abundance of opportunities to learn, grow, and advance throughout our thriving organization. Wawanesa Insurance is thrilled to join forces with a company that shares our passion for member-centric service and will operate as a subsidiary of AAA.

We are proud to offer employees the flexibility to choose where they want to work. In this role, you can work from home (remote) and must reside in one of the following locations: Los Angeles, Orange County, Riverside or San Bernardino and be able to travel by ground within the "territory" as much as necessary.

We are currently looking for dedicated, driven, and enthusiastic team players who thrive in an environment that values performance excellence and are looking for an opportunity for diverse experience and career development on a growing team. Because we are primarily remote and want teammates to feel connected to each other and our members, we expect cameras to be on and that you be visible during team meetings, trainings, one-on-ones and other internal meetings.

Job Overview

The Trial Attorney I, Staff Counsel will work to defend Wawanesa customers in low-to-moderate complexity and/or risk bodily injury and property damage liability lawsuits. This role will report to the Supervising Trial Attorney, Staff Counsel and must reside in or near one of the following locations: Los Angeles, Orange County, Riverside or San Bernardino.

California Compensation:

The pay range for this position is $99,797 - $149,695 annually, depending on experience.
This position is considered exempt for purposes of wage-hour law.

Job Responsibilities

With minimal supervision, completes all tasks necessary to prepare low-to-moderate complexity and/or risk bodily injury and property damage liability lawsuits against Wawanesa insureds for mediation, pre-trial, trial and post-trial resolution.
May assist more experienced attorneys on portions of higher complexity matters.
Prepares and handles pleadings, motions, discovery, depositions and any other tasks or duties necessary for the proper representation of Wawanesa insureds.
Recognizes, promotes, and effectively negotiates settlement opportunities, including all aspects of liability and damages.
Reviews and evaluates assigned cases in accordance with Wawanesa’s Staff Counsel policies and procedures. Works with Wawanesa’s insured and Claims Department to establish, communicate and implement team litigation objectives and obtain prompt resolution of claims.

Qualifications

Juris Doctorate degree and member in good standing of the California Bar.
More than 3 years of insurance defense litigation experience and demonstrated sufficient case handling in cases of low-to-moderate severity, complexity and/or risk.
Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal skills are key to working with a variety of internal and external contacts as well as for preparing reports, pleadings, and correspondence, collaborating with others, etc. This role will be expected to work independently as well as part of a cohesive team.
Computer proficiency with Microsoft Office and WestLaw.
Excellent communication skills, including ability to communicate in a professional manner in person, via telephone and written correspondence/email.
Strong organization, priority-settling and multi-tasking skills.
Strong legal research skills.
Position requires the ability to lift up to 5 lbs on a daily basis.
Position requires the ability to travel up to 15% of the time.

Benefits and Other Total Rewards Components Include:

Medical, Dental and Vision
Flexible spending accounts (FSA)
Voluntary benefit plans – accident, hospital indemnity and critical illness
Supplemental short and long-term disability benefits
Life insurance
Enhanced 401K plan
Paid time off (PTO) accrued at 0.0693 hours/per hour worked to a maximum annual accrual of 18 days (135 hours)
You will be eligible for Wawanesa’s annual bonus plan, entitled “Goal Achievement Plan” (GAP), that rewards employees for driving Wawanesa’s success.
Tuition Assistance and much more

If you have questions about compensation and benefits, please contact our Human Resources department at 858-874-5404 or email SD_human_resources@wawanesa.com.

Wawanesa General Insurance Company is an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to a diverse workforce. Wawanesa provides equal employment opportunity to all employees without regard to an individual’s protected status: race/ethnicity, color, religion, creed, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, marital status, pregnancy/childbirth or related conditions, national origin, disability, military or veteran status, or any other protected status. If you are a qualified individual with a disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation to assist in the application process. You may request reasonable accommodations by calling the Human Resources department at 858-874-5404 or emailing Human Resources at sdloa@wawanesa.com.

If you are interested in this exciting, challenging position with Wawanesa, apply today with your Resume.

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Job Opportunities: Trial Attorney I - Staff Counsel (Remote in LA/OC/Riverside/San Bernardino) (8333)

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