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Base pay range

$140,361.49/yr - $175,451.87/yr

This role is eligible to participate in Zenith's hybrid work schedule which provides the flexibility to work from home on select days of the week according to the in-office schedule established by regional executive leadership. Selected candidate must be able to report into the Dublin, California branch office on a weekly basis.

Job Summary

Under limited direction of managing attorney, performs duties of legal counsel in the defense and representation of the Company in a variety of courts of law, and other related appearances. The essential functions of this position include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Handles complex cases under the state administrative process (trial level).
• Defends workers' compensation cases.
• Takes depositions, analyzes testimony, prepares and files related reports.
• Represents the Company in appearances at hearings and conferences; prepares and files related reports.
• Researches and prepares complex pleadings for cases under the state administrative process (trial level).
• Provides advice, training, and recommendations on case handling strategies and tactics to representatives of the Claims department.
• Performs legal research at all levels, from advising clients through the appellate procedures.
• May assist in training Trial Attorney I.
• Apply principles of logical thinking to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions.
• Responds positively to direction and critique of performance.
• Consistently maintain professional and appropriate demeanor.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education Skills And Requirement

• Juris Doctorate Law school graduate and member in good standing of the State Bar required
• 4+ Years as a Trial Attorney for legal defense of workers' compensation claims required
• Ability to communicate both orally and in writing, in an articulate, persuasive, precise and professional manner.
• Experience with training small groups in current legal practices and procedures in the field of workers' compensation defense and subrogation.
• Ability to lift legal files, including documents and exhibits, up to a weight of 15 pounds.
• Must be willing and able to travel using all means of public transportation, as well as automobile driving, to various California venues when live appearances are requested or required

The expected salary range for this position $140,361.49 to $$175,451.87. Actual pay will be adjusted based on experience, geographic location, and other job-related factors as permitted by law. Qualifications may warrant placement in a different job level.

Zenith Insurance Company is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. In compliance with California law, we are committed to fair hiring practices. Pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act (AB 1008), we will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the law. Additionally, in accordance with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, we will not inquire about an applicant's criminal history until after a conditional offer of employment has been made.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and need assistance accessing our career center or applying for a position due to your disability, you are entitled to request an accommodation. To make a request, please contact a Human resources representative at Zenith Insurance Company.

Seniority level

• Seniority levelMid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment typeFull-time

Job function

• Job functionLegal
• IndustriesInsurance

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