[Hiring] Litigation Attorney - Of Counsel @CSAA Insurance Group, a AAA Insurer

Role Description

This role will be recognized as an expert within specialty; consistently handling the highest-complexity cases; influencing practice but no formal leadership. Acting as a senior individual contributor providing advanced legal expertise in property and casualty insurance defense litigation.

• Independently managing a portfolio of complex, high-exposure litigation matters for insureds and/or CSAA Insurance Group (CSAA IG) before courts or arbitration panels.
• Advising company employees in their handling of claim matters.
• Preparing legal pleadings, motions, statements, trial briefs, and related legal documents.
• Negotiating settlements and appearing on behalf of CSAA IG and its insureds.
• Conducting all phases of personal injury litigation, including jury trials, motions, and arbitration hearings.

Qualifications

• 10+ years litigation experience in insurance defense practice with considerable courtroom and first-chair trial experience.
• Demonstrated experience independently handling complex litigation matters from inception through trial or resolution.
• Advanced degree in related area that requires law degree and passing of bar exam.
• Certification(s) and/or license(s) in functional area and License from state of practice required.
• Deep expertise in property and casualty insurance defense and personal injury litigation.
• Advanced trial advocacy skills, including demonstrated ability to independently lead complex jury trials and arbitration proceedings.
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills, with the ability to synthesize complex legal issues into clear, actionable strategies.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and discretion in handling sensitive, high-risk, and high-exposure matters.
• Strong negotiation skills with a demonstrated ability to achieve favorable settlement outcomes.
• Knowledge of applicable state and federal laws, procedural rules, and regulatory requirements.
• Ability to manage a high-volume caseload with competing priorities while maintaining quality and timeliness.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills to influence stakeholders and represent the organization in adversarial proceedings.
• Capability to mentor and develop less experienced attorneys without formal supervisory responsibility.

Requirements

• Experience handling high-exposure or complex bodily injury claims.
• Experience with non-traditional or emerging litigation areas (e.g., novel liability theories, complex coverage disputes).
• Prior experience mentoring or guiding less experienced attorneys.
• Actively shapes our company culture (e.g., supporting employee resource groups, mentoring employees, volunteering, joining cross-functional projects).
• Champions our cultural norms (e.g., willing to have cameras when it matters: helping onboard new team members, building relationships, etc.).
• Demonstrates a company ownership mindset, thinking beyond boundaries of their own area.
• Travels as needed for role, including divisional/team meetings and other in-person meetings.
• Fulfills business needs, which may include investing extra time, helping other teams, etc.

Benefits

• At CSAA IG, we are a mission-driven organization proudly committed to empowering our members, our employees, and our communities to thrive.
• Recognition: We offer a total compensation package, annual bonus eligibility for most roles, 401(k) with a company match, and so much more!
• Career Growth: We believe in growth for everyone. Leaders and mentors partner with employees to align interests, unlock development opportunities, and support long-term success.
• Flexible Workplace: We embrace a remote-first culture through our Flexible Workplace, empowering you to balance remote work with intentional in-person moments that deepen connection and collaboration.
• Inclusion and Belonging: An inclusive and welcoming workplace is the cornerstone of our success.
• Sustainability: We are taking bold action to build more resilient communities and reduce our environmental impact.