Insurance Defense Attorney – California Workers' Compensation

Farmers Insurance

Insurance Defense Attorney representing clients in all areas of workers' compensation defense practice. Handling low complexity cases from intake to resolution in a supportive, remote work environment.

Posted 7/22/2026full-timeRemote • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $102,450 - $174,240 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in civil litigation and personal injury law, with strong capabilities in case management, legal documentation, and effective communication. Proficient in negotiation and decision-making, ensuring efficient handling of legal cases from intake to trial.

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Licensed To Practice LawCivil Litigation ExperiencePersonal Injury ExperienceStrong Verbal CommunicationEffective Negotiation Skills

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Hard Skills

Pleadings PreparationMotions PreparationDiscovery PreparationBriefs PreparationCase Management

Soft Skills

Strong Written CommunicationExcellent JudgmentDecision MakingTime ManagementPriority Setting

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree PreferredLicensed To Practice Law

Industry Keywords

LitigationTrialMediationArbitrationClaims Department Consultation

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Litigates low complexity and exposure cases and performs duties necessary from intake to trial and/or settlement
Prepares pleadings, motions, discovery, and briefs
Attends hearings, conferences, interviews, mediations, arbitrations, and/or trials
Proactively informs leadership of case handling opportunities and challenges encountered
Consults with the Claims Department on the legal aspects of files
Performs other tasks or duties to ensure efficient case management
May handle second chair trials and handle trials in cases with minimal complexity and/or exposure.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree preferred
Licensed to practice Law in applicable states required upon hire
Civil litigation and/or personal/bodily injury experience preferred
Strong verbal communication and listening skills
Excellent written communication skills
Effective negotiation skills
Ability to represent the company with external constituents
Demonstrates excellent judgment and decision making skills
Demonstrated time management and priority setting skills
Possesses strong technical aptitude.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual bonus potential up to 15% of the salary
Generous 401k
Auto allowance
PTO
Medical/dental/vision
Paid parental leave