Senior Trial AttorneyAspire General Insurance Trial DivisionLocation: Costa Mesa, CA (Hybrid)Schedule: Hybrid (minimum 2 days per week in office) or Remote for highly qualified candidatesReports To: Managing Trial AttorneyAs a Senior Trial Attorney, you will provide high-quality legal representation to Aspire's insured clients, manage complex litigation matters, collaborate closely with Claims leadership, and serve as a mentor to junior legal staff.
Responsibilities: - Represent insured clients in all phases of litigation, including discovery, depositions, motions, hearings, mediations, arbitrations, trials, and appeals.
- Develop and implement litigation strategies in partnership with Claims professionals to achieve favorable outcomes.
- Conduct legal research and prepare pleadings, motions, briefs, and other legal documents.
- Provide legal guidance and consultation to Claims partners and internal stakeholders.
- Evaluate liability, damages, and litigation exposure while developing cost-effective defense strategies.
- Manage a high-volume caseload with accuracy, efficiency, and attention to detail.
- Negotiate settlements when appropriate while balancing legal and business objectives.
- Ensure compliance with all applicable legal, ethical, and regulatory requirements.
- Maintain thorough and accurate case documentation and reporting.
- Build strong relationships with insureds, claims representatives, and business partners.
- Participate in training and development initiatives for Claims and legal staff.
- Mentor and provide guidance to associate attorneys, paralegals, legal assistants, and law clerks.
- Represent the company in legal proceedings involving Aspire, including small claims matters, arbitrations, and court appearances.
- Provide timely litigation status updates, exposure assessments, and strategic recommendations to Claims leadership.
Required Qualifications- Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
- Active membership in the California State Bar Association with a clean disciplinary record.
- 10-15 years of litigation experience with a strong background in insurance defense.
- Extensive experience conducting discovery, depositions, oral arguments, mediations, arbitrations, and trials.
- Strong knowledge of California insurance law, civil litigation procedures, and trial advocacy.
- Demonstrated ability to handle a substantial caseload independently.
- Strong analytical, negotiation, communication, and case management skills.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with claims professionals and legal colleagues.
Preferred Qualifications- Significant first-chair trial experience with successful verdict outcomes.
- Experience using case management, litigation support, and electronic filing systems.
- Leadership experience mentoring attorneys and legal support staff.
- Ability to assist in the recruitment and development of future legal team members.
Benefits Include:- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Generous paid time off and paid holidays
- Company-paid life insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Career development and advancement opportunities
- Hybrid work flexibility
- Employee discount programs
Working Conditions- Hybrid schedule preferred, with at least two days per week in the Costa Mesa office.
- Fully remote candidates with exceptional qualifications will be considered.
- Fast-paced legal environment requiring strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Paperless, technology-driven workplace.
- Periodic travel may be required for court appearances, mediations, arbitrations, depositions, and trials.
- Frequent computer use and close-range visual work.
- Physical activities include typing, repetitive hand movements, reaching, standing, stooping, and occasional lifting of case materials.
Salary Description
$170,000.00- $190,000.00
