AAA - Automobile Club of Southern California
Job Posting Title Claims Trial Attorney
AAA - Automobile Club of Southern California, Saint Louis, Missouri, United States, 63146
Job Posting Title Claims Trial Attorney
An exciting opportunity to join an in‑house expanding legal team for a well‑established and successful company offering a great culture, commitment to legendary service and competitive compensation package.
We are seeking an experienced Claims Litigation Attorney to join our team. The successful candidate will have autonomy for their cases from answer to final resolution by trial, settlement, or dispositive motion. This includes analyzing cases, developing legal theories and strategies, identifying potential exposure, developing and implementing discovery plans, and preparing for court proceedings. The position also provides legal representation for the Exchange to defend and protect its interest in uninsured motorist claims, underinsured motorist claims, and other legal actions based on business needs.
Flexibility for a hybrid, or in‑office position, with responsibilities including both managing a caseload predominantly in western Missouri with minimal supervision, and providing legal opinions, advice, and guidance to legal team and Claims personnel.
Responsibilities
Analyze cases to determine all pertinent facts and develop legal theories/strategies in the defense of lawsuits.
Identify potential exposure to policyholders or the Exchange.
Develop and implement appropriate discovery plans and motions, as needed. This includes propounding and answering written discovery, subpoenas, and review of records, taking depositions, drafting motions, retaining and conferring with experts, and obtaining witness statements.
Identify issues of liability and damages, set forth legal defenses and strategy recommendations, provide discovery plans, and, if requested, provide an opinion on value or any other pertinent information necessary.
Prepare for, attend, and defend all court proceedings related to cases, including motions, trials, and arbitrations. Will also prepare for, attend, and defend mediations.
Timely communicate with clients and Claims regarding case developments.
Prepare and present legal opinions on claims issues.
Participate in negotiation and settlement of cases with outside parties/entities.
Provide assistance in handling other attorneys’ files as needed.
Prepare and present training programs for attorneys and Claims staff.
Other tasks necessitated by business needs.
Requirements
JD degree from accredited law school
Licensed to practice law in Missouri required and Kansas or Illinois license a plus.
7+ years of litigation experience
First-chair jury trial experience.
Demonstrated ability to manage a complex workload and prioritize tasks.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work independently with minimal direct day-to-day supervision.
Remarkable benefits
Health coverage for medical, dental, vision
401(K) saving plan with company match AND Pension
Tuition assistance
PTO for community volunteer programs
Wellness program
Employee discounts (membership, insurance, travel, entertainment, services and more!)
AAA is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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We are seeking an experienced Claims Litigation Attorney to join our team. The successful candidate will have autonomy for their cases from answer to final resolution by trial, settlement, or dispositive motion. This includes analyzing cases, developing legal theories and strategies, identifying potential exposure, developing and implementing discovery plans, and preparing for court proceedings. The position also provides legal representation for the Exchange to defend and protect its interest in uninsured motorist claims, underinsured motorist claims, and other legal actions based on business needs.
Flexibility for a hybrid, or in‑office position, with responsibilities including both managing a caseload predominantly in western Missouri with minimal supervision, and providing legal opinions, advice, and guidance to legal team and Claims personnel.
Responsibilities
Analyze cases to determine all pertinent facts and develop legal theories/strategies in the defense of lawsuits.
Identify potential exposure to policyholders or the Exchange.
Develop and implement appropriate discovery plans and motions, as needed. This includes propounding and answering written discovery, subpoenas, and review of records, taking depositions, drafting motions, retaining and conferring with experts, and obtaining witness statements.
Identify issues of liability and damages, set forth legal defenses and strategy recommendations, provide discovery plans, and, if requested, provide an opinion on value or any other pertinent information necessary.
Prepare for, attend, and defend all court proceedings related to cases, including motions, trials, and arbitrations. Will also prepare for, attend, and defend mediations.
Timely communicate with clients and Claims regarding case developments.
Prepare and present legal opinions on claims issues.
Participate in negotiation and settlement of cases with outside parties/entities.
Provide assistance in handling other attorneys’ files as needed.
Prepare and present training programs for attorneys and Claims staff.
Other tasks necessitated by business needs.
Requirements
JD degree from accredited law school
Licensed to practice law in Missouri required and Kansas or Illinois license a plus.
7+ years of litigation experience
First-chair jury trial experience.
Demonstrated ability to manage a complex workload and prioritize tasks.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work independently with minimal direct day-to-day supervision.
Remarkable benefits
Health coverage for medical, dental, vision
401(K) saving plan with company match AND Pension
Tuition assistance
PTO for community volunteer programs
Wellness program
Employee discounts (membership, insurance, travel, entertainment, services and more!)
AAA is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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