Sr. Staff Legal Liability Trial Attorney
Company: Zurich Insurance Company Ltd.
Location: Irvine
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
Zurich is seeking a successful Liability Trial Attorney to work
out of our Irvine, CA Staff Legal office on a hybrid schedule. This
litigator will be responsible for representing the commercial
insureds of a prestigious and financially stable commercial
insurance carrier, by preparing and trying moderate to high
exposure General Liability, Commercial Auto and Products Liability
cases from a challenging and varied caseload. If you are ready for
a career move, consider working for a company with a global
footprint that offers an excellent work/life balance, reasonable
billable hours, terrific benefits including an incentive plan, 401K
match and a second 401K company contribution, flexible work
options, summer hours and a great culture. This is an exciting
opportunity to work for a well-respected Company and represent its
insureds in all phases of litigation, while being part of a
high-performing law office. The ideal candidate will be able to
engage in the practice of law, at all times in compliance with the
ethical standards as established by the national/local area of
practice. The selected candidate will perform duties encompassing
all aspects of insurance defense, including initial investigation
and legal analysis and advice, preparing and filing legal pleadings
and documents, performing legal research, preparing for and
conducting pre-trial discovery, preparing for and aggressively
handling hearings and trials, and conducting post-trial activities
where appropriate. We are looking for demonstrated case analysis
ability, a track record of proven trial and settlement skills and
the ability to work independently without substantial supervision.
Additional responsibilities will include: Achieve best outcomes for
clients by demonstrating a high level of technical excellence in
case handling, trial preparation and presentation for matters of
moderate to high complexity Drive positive outcomes by correctly
applying the law and legal trends, conducting legal analysis and
research, preparing legal pleadings and documents, preparing for
and managing pre-trial discovery, and participating in judicial or
administrative hearings and trials Document case files by
accurately capturing and updating relevant information in
compliance with best practices Work to have a timely resolution to
matters by collaborating with the claims adjuster, developing a
case strategy and escalating issues as appropriate Ensure customer
service to clients by proactively communicating information;
responding to inquiries; and following customer protocols Determine
and implement alternative dispute resolution techniques as
appropriate, by using effective mediation and negotiation skills
within authority limit Maintain professional and technical
knowledge by participating in educational opportunities, staying
current with industry trends, establishing personal networks and
participating in professional societies Contribute to the team
effort by accomplishing related results and collaborating on
matters as needed Serve as a technical resource by providing
guidance and/or mentoring lower level attorneys on legal strategies
and use of tools and resources Ensure legal compliance by following
state and federal laws and regulations Protect Zurich’s reputation
by keeping claims information confidential Basic Qualifications:
Juris Doctor and 5 or more years of experience in the Litigation
area AND Member in good standing of the California State Bar
Association Experience with Microsoft Office and Adobe Experience
working with Lexis or Westlaw Knowledge of the insurance industry,
claims and the insurance defense litigation legal environment
Knowledge of the law and procedure Preferred Qualifications:
Effective communication skills Effective negotiation skills
Experience working in a team-based environment Collaboration skills
Effective problem solving and analytical skills Your pay at Zurich
is based on your role, location, skills, and experience. We follow
local laws to ensure fair compensation. You may also be eligible
for bonuses and merit increases. If your expectations are above the
listed range, we still encourage you to apply—your unique
background matters to us. The pay range shown is a national average
and may vary by location. The proposed salary range for this
position is $150,000.00 - $190,000.00, with short-term incentive
bonus eligibility set at 10%. We offer competitive pay and
comprehensive benefits for employees and their families. [Learn
more about Total Rewards here .] Why Zurich? At Zurich, we value
your ideas and experience. We offer growth, inclusion, and a
supportive environment—so you can help shape the future of
insurance. Zurich North America is a leader in risk management,
with over 150 years of expertise and coverage across 25 industries,
including 90% of the Fortune 500®. Join us for a brighter
future—for yourself and our customers. Zurich in North America does
not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, color, religion,
national origin, sex, gender expression, gender identity, genetic
information, age, disability, protected veteran status, marital
status, sexual orientation, pregnancy or other characteristics
protected by applicable law. Equal Opportunity Employer
disability/vets. Zurich complies with 18 U.S. Code § 1033. Please
note: Zurich does not accept unsolicited CVs from agencies.
Preferred vendors should use our Recruiting Agency Portal.
Location(s): AM - Irvine Remote Working: Hybrid Schedule: Full Time
Employment Sponsorship Offered: No Linkedin Recruiter Tag: LI-LC1
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