63 staff counsel jobs found

For more than 170 years, The Hanover has been committed to delivering on our promises and being there when it matters the most. We live our values every day, demonstrating we  CARE  through our values,  Sustainability  initiatives and  inclusive corporate culture .   Our Staff Counsel team is currently seeking a Regional Managing Attorney Staff Counsel to oversee our California workers’ compensation law practice. This position is based in the Glendale, California law office and is hybrid.    Position Overview:   Leads the West Coast Workers’ Compensation law practice within the Staff Counsel organization, serving as the primary liaison to Claims and line-of-business leadership. This role is responsible for driving execution of California-specific workers’ compensation strategies, ensuring high-quality, cost-effective legal representation, and leading a team of attorneys and support staff (approximately 10–15 employees). The role also provides...

For more than 170 years, The Hanover has been committed to delivering on our promises and being there when it matters the most. We live our values every day, demonstrating we  CARE  through our values,  Sustainability  initiatives and  inclusive corporate culture .   Our Staff Counsel team is currently seeking a Regional Managing Attorney Staff Counsel to oversee our California workers’ compensation law practice. This position is based in the Glendale, California law office and is hybrid.    Position Overview:   Leads the West Coast Workers’ Compensation law practice within the Staff Counsel organization, serving as the primary liaison to Claims and line-of-business leadership. This role is responsible for driving execution of California-specific workers’ compensation strategies, ensuring high-quality, cost-effective legal representation, and leading a team of attorneys and support staff (approximately 10–15 employees). The role also provides...

Overview Join a dynamic and collaborative legal team where you will handle a diverse caseload of California insurance defense matters from inception through resolution. This role offers significant independence, meaningful client interaction, and the opportunity to shape case strategy without billable hour requirements.   Ideal candidates bring experience in WC litigation, strong advocacy skills, and a desire to contribute to a supportive, high-performing legal environment. Attorneys at all levels - whether looking to grow or seeking a seasoned role with autonomy - will find opportunities for impact and professional development. Responsibilities Independently represent insureds before the assigned Court, presenting witnesses and evidence on litigated claims. Analyze complex legal and factual issues and conduct thorough research to develop and execute effective defense strategies. Draft pleadings, discovery, motions,...

Overview AmTrust North America seeks California-licensed attorneys who reside outside the State of California to represent AmTrust and its insureds in workers’ compensation matters pending before the California Workers’ Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB). Candidates must have at least 12 months of California workers’ compensation litigation experience. The position supports both full-time and part-time schedules. Counsel will appear at depositions, hearings, mediations, and other proceedings via secure video conference. The role demands competent, ethical, and diligent representation of AmTrust North America and its carriers in all assigned cases, including the preparation of pleadings, motions, discovery, trial preparation, arbitration, and appellate. work. This position requires efficient and creative management of a full phase litigation caseload. Responsibilities Competently represents the Employer/Carrier before the Workers’...

For more than 170 years, The Hanover has been committed to delivering on our promises and being there when it matters the most. We live our values every day, demonstrating we  CARE  through our values,  Sustainability  initiatives and  inclusive corporate culture .   Our Staff Counsel team is excited to add a California‑licensed Workers’ Compensation Defense Attorney to our growing practice. This role offers true flexibility— remote, hybrid, or in‑office —with in‑person Board appearances as needed. We hire across multiple levels based on experience, and candidates may also be eligible for a sign‑on bonus   Position Overview: Investigates and manages Workers’ Compensation cases from inception until conclusion through dismissal, settlement, or trial. Works with adjuster and clients to resolve claims as expeditiously and efficiently as possible.   This is a Full Time / Exempt role.   In this role, you will:   Handle a caseload of...

For more than 170 years, The Hanover has been committed to delivering on our promises and being there when it matters the most. We live our values every day, demonstrating we  CARE  through our values,  Sustainability  initiatives and  inclusive corporate culture .   Our Staff Counsel team is excited to add a California‑licensed Workers’ Compensation Defense Attorney to our growing practice. This role offers true flexibility— remote, hybrid, or in‑office —with in‑person Board appearances as needed. We hire across multiple levels based on experience, and candidates may also be eligible for a sign‑on bonus   Position Overview: Investigates and manages Workers’ Compensation cases from inception until conclusion through dismissal, settlement, or trial. Works with adjuster and clients to resolve claims as expeditiously and efficiently as possible.   This is a Full Time / Exempt role.   In this role, you will:   Handle a caseload of...

For more than 170 years, The Hanover has been committed to delivering on our promises and being there when it matters the most. We live our values every day, demonstrating we  CARE  through our values,  Sustainability  initiatives and  inclusive corporate culture .   Our staff counsel team is currently seeking a Sr. Trial Attorney / or Lead Attorney for its California office.  The Hanover offers flexible work arrangements, and this role can be performed in-office, or through a hybrid or remote work arrangement.  Position Summary: Investigates and manages cases of moderate to high exposure in civil State Court litigation from the inception of the lawsuit until conclusion through dismissal, settlement or trial. Responsible for handling cases in commercial auto negligence and commercial general liability. Works with a team of attorneys and adjusters to resolve claims as expeditiously and efficiently as possible.  Responsibilities/Essential Functions:...

For more than 170 years, The Hanover has been committed to delivering on our promises and being there when it matters the most. We live our values every day, demonstrating we  CARE  through our values,  Sustainability  initiatives and  inclusive corporate culture .   Our staff counsel team is currently seeking a Sr. Trial Attorney / or Lead Attorney for its California office.  The Hanover offers flexible work arrangements, and this role can be performed in-office, or through a hybrid or remote work arrangement.  Position Summary: Investigates and manages cases of moderate to high exposure in civil State Court litigation from the inception of the lawsuit until conclusion through dismissal, settlement or trial. Responsible for handling cases in commercial auto negligence and commercial general liability. Works with a team of attorneys and adjusters to resolve claims as expeditiously and efficiently as possible.  Responsibilities/Essential Functions:...

For more than 170 years, The Hanover has been committed to delivering on our promises and being there when it matters the most. We live our values every day, demonstrating we  CARE  through our values,  Sustainability  initiatives and  inclusive corporate culture .   Our staff counsel team is currently seeking a Trial Attorney and/or Sr. Trial Attorney for its California office.  The Hanover offers flexible work arrangements, and this role can be performed in-office, or through a hybrid or remote work arrangement.  Position Summary: Investigates and manages cases of moderate to high exposure in civil State Court litigation from the inception of the lawsuit until conclusion through dismissal, settlement or trial. Responsible for handling cases in commercial auto negligence and commercial general liability. Works with a team of attorneys and adjusters to resolve claims as expeditiously and efficiently as possible.  Responsibilities/Essential...

For more than 170 years, The Hanover has been committed to delivering on our promises and being there when it matters the most. We live our values every day, demonstrating we  CARE  through our values,  Sustainability  initiatives and  inclusive corporate culture .   Our staff counsel team is currently seeking a Trial Attorney and/or Sr. Trial Attorney for its California office.  The Hanover offers flexible work arrangements, and this role can be performed in-office, or through a hybrid or remote work arrangement.  Position Summary: Investigates and manages cases of moderate to high exposure in civil State Court litigation from the inception of the lawsuit until conclusion through dismissal, settlement or trial. Responsible for handling cases in commercial auto negligence and commercial general liability. Works with a team of attorneys and adjusters to resolve claims as expeditiously and efficiently as possible.  Responsibilities/Essential...

Why Join GEICO? At GEICO, we offer a rewarding career where your ambitions are met with endless possibilities.   Every day we honor our iconic brand by offering quality coverage to millions of customers and being there when they need us most. We thrive on relentless innovation to exceed our customers' expectations while making a real impact on local communities nationwide.   Founded in 1936, GEICO is a member of the Berkshire Hathaway family of companies and one of the largest auto insurers in the United States. When you join our company, we want you to feel valued, supported, and proud to work here. That's why we offer the GEICO Pledge: Great Company, Great Culture, Great Rewards, and Great Careers. GEICO is looking to hire an Associate Counsel to defend lawsuits filed in California courts and other first party insurance defense. The position is with GEICO Staff Counsel located in Los Angeles, San Diego, Sacramento, and San...

Why Join GEICO? At GEICO, we offer a rewarding career where your ambitions are met with endless possibilities.   Every day we honor our iconic brand by offering quality coverage to millions of customers and being there when they need us most. We thrive on relentless innovation to exceed our customers' expectations while making a real impact on local communities nationwide.   Founded in 1936, GEICO is a member of the Berkshire Hathaway family of companies and one of the largest auto insurers in the United States. When you join our company, we want you to feel valued, supported, and proud to work here. That's why we offer the GEICO Pledge: Great Company, Great Culture, Great Rewards, and Great Careers. GEICO is looking to hire an Associate Counsel to defend lawsuits filed in California courts and other first party insurance defense. The position is with GEICO Staff Counsel located in Los Angeles, San Diego, Sacramento, and San...

At GEICO, we offer a rewarding career where your ambitions are met with endless possibilities.  Every day we honor our iconic brand by offering quality coverage to millions of customers and being there when they need us most. We thrive through relentless innovation to exceed our customers’ expectations while making a real impact for our company through our shared purpose.  When you join our company, we want you to feel valued, supported and proud to work here. That’s why we offer The GEICO Pledge: Great Company, Great Culture, Great Rewards and Great Careers. GEICO is looking to hire a Counsel to defend lawsuits filed in California courts and other first party insurance defense. The position is with GEICO Staff Counsel located in Los Angeles, San Diego, Sacramento, and San Francisco.                                 Job duties and responsibilities: Researching laws and preparing legal briefs, opinions, and memoranda Rendering opinions on liability,...

Who Are We? Taking care of our customers, our communities and each other. That’s the Travelers Promise. By honoring this commitment, we have maintained our reputation as one of the best property casualty insurers in the industry for over 170 years. Join us to discover a culture that is rooted in innovation and thrives on collaboration. Imagine loving what you do and where you do it. Job Category Claim, Legal Compensation Overview The annual base salary range provided for this position is a nationwide market range and represents a broad range of salaries for this role across the country. The actual salary for this position will be determined by a number of factors, including the scope, complexity and location of the role; the skills, education, training, credentials and experience of the candidate; and other conditions of employment. As part of our comprehensive compensation and benefits program,...

At GEICO, we offer a rewarding career where your ambitions are met with endless possibilities.  Every day we honor our iconic brand by offering quality coverage to millions of customers and being there when they need us most. We thrive through relentless innovation to exceed our customers’ expectations while making a real impact for our company through our shared purpose.  When you join our company, we want you to feel valued, supported and proud to work here. That’s why we offer The GEICO Pledge: Great Company, Great Culture, Great Rewards and Great Careers. GEICO is looking to hire a Counsel to defend lawsuits filed in California courts and other first party insurance defense. The position is with GEICO Staff Counsel located in Los Angeles, San Diego, Sacramento, and San Francisco.                                 Job duties and responsibilities: Researching laws and preparing legal briefs, opinions, and memoranda Rendering opinions on liability,...

Who Are We? Taking care of our customers, our communities and each other. That’s the Travelers Promise. By honoring this commitment, we have maintained our reputation as one of the best property casualty insurers in the industry for over 170 years. Join us to discover a culture that is rooted in innovation and thrives on collaboration. Imagine loving what you do and where you do it. Job Category Claim, Legal Compensation Overview The annual base salary range provided for this position is a nationwide market range and represents a broad range of salaries for this role across the country. The actual salary for this position will be determined by a number of factors, including the scope, complexity and location of the role; the skills, education, training, credentials and experience of the candidate; and other conditions of employment. As part of our comprehensive compensation and benefits program,...

At GEICO, we offer a rewarding career where your ambitions are met with endless possibilities.  Every day we honor our iconic brand by offering quality coverage to millions of customers and being there when they need us most. We thrive through relentless innovation to exceed our customers’ expectations while making a real impact for our company through our shared purpose.  When you join our company, we want you to feel valued, supported and proud to work here. That’s why we offer The GEICO Pledge: Great Company, Great Culture, Great Rewards and Great Careers. GEICO is looking to hire an Associate Counsel to defend lawsuits filed in California courts and other first party insurance defense. The position is with GEICO Staff Counsel located in Los Angeles, San Diego, Sacramento, and San Francisco.                                  . Job duties and responsibilities: Researching laws and preparing legal briefs, opinions, and memoranda Rendering opinions on...

You have a clear vision of where your career can go. And we have the leadership to help you get there.  At CNA, we strive to create a culture in which people know they matter and are part of something important, ensuring the abilities of all employees are used to their fullest potential.  Under technical direction, provides legal services to the Workers' Compensation claims department and CNA insureds in the defense of Workers' Compensation cases at the Workers' Compensation Appeal's Board in California or other state authorizing use of Hearing Representatives to handle Workers' Compensation matters. JOB DESCRIPTION: Essential Duties & Responsibilities Defends the insured employer by participating in hearings, mandatory settlement conferences, depositions and trials where they examine witnesses, offer evidence and argue their case. Is accountable for timely preparing hearing, deposition, settlement conference briefs, pre-trial and status reports on their...

If you're passionate about being part of a diverse organization that enables a Fortune 100 company with nearly $70 billion in annual sales to deliver innovative business solutions with excellence, then Nationwide's Legal team could be the place for you! At Nationwide®, “on your side” goes beyond just words. Our customers are at the center of everything we do and we’re looking for associates who are passionate about delivering extraordinary care. This position can be a hybrid work schedule or fully remote in Southern CA supporting our Newport Beach, CA Trial Division office.   The MTA will be responsible for managing approximately 12 direct reports, including both attorneys and paralegals and will also assist with managing the operational aspects of the Newport Beach office.    This MTA will oversee Commercial and Personal Lines files. Concentrations for the cases this MTA will manage include but may not be limited to: Bodily Injury Commercial; Commercial...

Sr Staff Attorney - LM07DE Staff Attorney - LM07EE We’re determined to make a difference and are proud to be an insurance company that goes well beyond coverages and policies. Working here means having every opportunity to achieve your goals – and to help others accomplish theirs, too. Join our team as we help shape the future.           About The Hartford: With more than 200 years of experience, The Hartford has helped protect customers through challenging times with a focus on integrity and service-and has been recognized by Ethisphere as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies (multiple years). Our legal team plays a direct role in protecting that reputation by delivering thoughtful advocacy and principled outcomes.   Role Summary  As a Staff Attorney/Senior Staff Attorney in The Hartford’s Workers’ Compensation group, you’ll own a California WC defense caseload end to end—partnering closely with claims professionals to set strategy,...