Attorney IV - Fresno North - Work from Home

Mercury General
US - New Mexico - Artesia
July 2, 2024
Legal

Join an amazing team that is consistently recognized for our achievements and culture, including our most recent Forbes award of being one of America's Best Midsize Employers for 2023!Bretoi, Lutz & Stele, House Counsel for Mercury Insurance is currently seeking an Attorney IV to join our team inthe Fresno Area.
• This position requires in person litigation appearances in the surrounding area.
• Position Summary

The primary job function of the Attorney IV is to evaluate complex cases, retain appropriate and qualified expert witnesses, and defend claims under homeowner and commercial policies.
Policy limits offered but not accepted with substantial excess exposure; celebrity plaintiff or high profile plaintiff trial attorney.
The position further requires the ability to train and supervise a staff consisting of at least one support attorney, secretary and paralegal.Essential Job Functions

Complete comprehensive review of new file assignment concerning complex claims of liability and damages with initial evaluation letter to claims and service of initial discovery within 30 days receipt of assignment.Defends significant case depositions including parties and expert witnesses and completion of deposition summary within 15 days of receipt.Law and Motion:
Legal research; preparation of motions, oppositions and replies to motions; court appearance at law and motionTrial preparation, trial and post-trial motions:
This includes but is not limited to preparation of pre-trial documents, motions in limine and oppositions thereto; all facets of a jury trial, trial motions and post-trial motions.
Length of trials range from 1-5 weeks.Education

Requires a law degree and admission to the Bar in the state(s) where practicing.Experience

Preferred 20 plus years of insurance defense experience;Preferred 5-10 years of experience as primary attorney defending cases involving catastrophic injury, wrongful death or traumatic brain injuries;Preferred 40 insurance defense personal injury jury trials 10 of which involved catastrophic injury, wrongful death or traumatic brain injury;Preferred experience of handling celebrity and/or high profile case;Requires a law degree and admission to the Bar in the state(s) where practicing.
Must also reside in the State and Geographic Region where assigned files are venued.

Why choose a career at Mercury?

At Mercury, we have been guided by our purpose to help people reduce risk and overcome unexpected events for more than 60 years.
We are one team with a common goal to help others.
Everyone needs insurance and we cant imagine a world without it.Our team will encourage you to grow, make time to have fun, and work together to make great things happen.
We embrace the strengths and values of each team member.
We believe in having diverse perspectives where everyone is included, to serve customers from all walks of life.We care about our people, and we mean it.
We reward our talented professionals with a competitive salary, bonus potential, and a variety of benefits to help our team members reach their health, retirement, and professional goals.Learn more about us here:

We Offer Many Great Benefits, Including

Competitive compensationCompany vehicleFlexibility to work from homePaid time off (vacation time, sick time, 9 paid Company holidays, volunteer hours)Incentive bonus programs (potential for holiday bonus, referral bonus, and performance-based bonus)Medical, dental, vision, life, and pet insurance401 (k) retirement savings plan with company matchEngaging work environmentPromotional opportunitiesEducation assistanceProfessional and personal development opportunitiesCompany recognition programHealth and wellbeing resources, including free mental wellbeing therapy/coaching sessions, child and eldercare resources, and moreMercury Insurance is an equal opportunity employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.#

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