Attorney

Job TitlePay Rate: $60 per hourSummary:Work Mode: Remote roleDuration: 6 months with possible extension (reassessed every 60-90 days)Responsibilities:Use litigation protocols to develop and revise appropriate legal strategy for discovery, investigation, handling, and trial/hearing of cases or matters.Conduct necessary and appropriate discovery, hearings, trials, depositions, oral arguments, mediations, arbitrations, and similar proceedings.Research the law applicable to cases or matters; draft legal documents, pleadings, motions, briefs, and opinions as required. Conduct settlement negotiations if requested.Advise, communicate, and confer with Claims Representatives and Insured Clients, rendering clear, unambiguous legal opinions and advice.Maintain good relations and communications with Claims Representatives and Insured Clients as required.Remain current with developments in the law; understand medical, scientific, construction, products, engineering, or similar issues and defenses involved with cases or matters.Understand and creatively use technology; apply technology to the process of law to improve quality and reduce cost.Act as a team or group leader for an assigned group within the office.Interface with Home Office Legal department.Requirements:Must reside in CA and hold CA license.Completion of law school with LLB or JD and admission to the bar.A minimum of 1 successful year experience as an attorney.A general knowledge of insurance law and specific understanding of the operations and requirements of insured clients, customers, and the company.The ability to effectively communicate and persuade by written or spoken word is critical.Experience and ability appropriate to the level of cases or matters handled.Preferred Skills:Strong technical skills.Strong knowledge of Workers' Compensation (WC).