Subrogation/Civil Attorney

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Job Title: Subrogation/Civil Attorney

Job Overview: A prestigious law firm in Fullerton, CA is seeking an experienced Subrogation/Civil Attorney to join their team. This is an excellent opportunity for a driven attorney to work in a collaborative, professional environment with a focus on providing top-tier legal services in the area of subrogation and civil litigation.

Duties:

• Represent insurance carriers, third-party administrators, and self-insured employers in subrogation matters.
• Prepare correspondence for clients, opposing counsel, and insurance carriers.
• Draft legal pleadings, motions, and mediation briefs.
• Attend court appearances, settlement conferences, and mediations.
• Conduct and defend depositions of parties and witnesses, including expert depositions.
• Negotiate settlements for subrogation claims.
• Prepare and respond to written discovery on subrogation cases.
• Manage cases proactively, ensuring timely resolution.
• Mentor and oversee legal assistants.
• Establish and maintain relationships with clients, colleagues, and vendors.
• Attend marketing events for new and existing clients.
• Maintain client files, enter billable hours, and use PracticeMaster to track case details.
• Ensure compliance with deadlines for client communication, statute of limitations, and discovery responses.
• Conduct client file reviews and provide seminars on subrogation case law.
• Stay current on California civil procedure, Rules of Court, and workers' compensation case law related to subrogation.
• Perform other duties as required.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Member in good standing with the State Bar of California.
• Demonstrated ability in legal research, analysis, and negotiation.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Strong commitment to managing cases proactively and efficiently.

Education:

• Bachelor's degree and Juris Doctor (JD) required.

Certifications:

• Active membership in the State Bar of California.

Skills:

• High-level research and analytical skills.
• Negotiation and settlement expertise.
• Ability to manage complex legal cases and client relationships.
• Proficient in drafting legal documents and correspondence.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to meet tight deadlines and manage multiple priorities.

Job Location:

• Fullerton, CA

Benefits:

• Competitive salary with bonus opportunities.
• Unlimited Paid Time Off (UPTO) for attorneys.
• 90 credit hours are offered once per calendar year for vacation time.
• Flexible remote work options (office space available if preferred).
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and pet insurance.
• Long-term disability and life insurance are provided by the firm.
• 11 paid holidays per year.
• 401(k) with employer matching after 1 year of service.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
• Accelerated partnership track.
• Continuous training and professional development opportunities.
• Employee discounts and referral programs.
• Cell phone reimbursement.
• Military leave.
• Premium office locations with easy access to public transit.
• Casual dress code.

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