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General Liability Legal Counsel , Claims

Employer
AmTrust Financial Services
Location
Irvine, California
Salary
Not Specified
Closing date
Jul 3, 2019

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Category
Claims, Legal / Compliance
Job Type
Not Specified
Career Level
Not Specified

Job Details

Overview

Amtrust Financial Services, a fast growing commercial insurance company, has an immediate need for an in-house Staff Attorney General Liability in the Greater Los Angeles area. This position partners with our insureds and claims professionals to deliver the best possible result in pending personal injury and property damage claims against our insureds and the company.

Responsibilities

  • Independently handle a caseload of 50+ files from inception to trial
  • Analyze complex legal and factual issues, conduct extensive, legal research, independently develop and present defense strategies on behalf of the Insured/Carrier.
  • Prepare pleadings, written discovery, motions and briefs in support of defense strategies.
  • Provide effective and timely communications, information, legal advice and other services to clients and claims professionals on legal and factual issues.
  • Position requires the use of independent judgment, research, litigation and analytical skills.
  • Work closely with the Claims department.
  • Responsible for the prompt, efficient and effective disposition of assigned cases.
  • Attend continuing legal education seminars in order to maintain high level of professional expertise.
Qualifications

  • California Bar licensed attorney.
  • 3+ years' general liability litigation experience.
  • Trial experience. Excellent verbal and writing skills.

What We Offer

AmTrust Financial Services offers a competitive compensation package and excellent career advancement opportunities. Our benefits include: Medical & Dental Plans, Life Insurance, including eligible spouses & children, Health Care Flexible Spending, Dependent Care, 401k Savings Plans, Paid Time Off.

Company

AmTrust Financial Services, Inc. was founded in 1998 to provide property and casualty insurance to small businesses. Through acquisitions and organic growth, AmTrust Financial Services has since grown to become a multinational property and casualty insurer specializing in coverage for small to mid-sized businesses. Our financial stability is based upon a philosophy of niche diversity with a focus on low-hazard risk.

Since its inception, AmTrust has crafted a balanced portfolio of insurance products including:

  • Multiline Small Business Insurance
  • Warranty and Specialty Risk Insurance
  • Specialty Program Business Insurance

In November 2006, the company became publicly traded on the NASDAQ Global Market under the symbol AFSI. With extensive underwriting experience and a prestigious "A" (Excellent) Financial Size "XI" rating from A.M. Best, AmTrust has earned a reputation as an innovative, technology driven provider of insurance products. Our commitment to excellence is the common thread connecting each of our businesses.

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