Managing Attorney

Managing Attorney

Managing Attorney

This senior management position manages attorneys in multiple offices who provide legal representation of insureds as well as the Exchange. This position ensures that legal representation is properly carried out within policy terms, is in compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements, and is in adherence with legal defense best practices. The primary functions include leadership, coaching, performance counseling, training of attorneys, as well as regular communication, advice, and legal support to Claims Business Unit.

Responsibilities

• Manage file quality by ensuring proper staffing, training, communication, audits and customer feedback.

• Manage employees' compliance with Club policy and federal and state labor laws.

• Approve necessary forms and reports in compliance with these laws. Interview, screen and hire employees as replacements or additions to staff.

• Coach employees regularly to reinforce behavior that promotes accomplishment of performance expectations and ensures adherence to department requirements and legal defense Best Practices.

• Assign and direct work to attorneys.

• Coordinate their activities and regularly review work product to ensure compliance with department requirements, acceptable quality of legal representation, and cost control.

• Coordinate and lead attorney file reviews to discuss cases and direct attorneys regarding the investigation, discovery, evaluation and trial.

Qualifications

• JD from ABA accredited law school.

• 10 years as attorney with insurance defense experience required.

• Prior management experience required.

• Advanced leadership abilities required.

• Excellent interpersonal skills required.

• Advanced organizational and planning skills required.

• Advanced communication skills required.

• Must be member of state bar within the state of California.

• Valid driver license with level of financial responsibility required by the Club and an acceptable motor vehicle record.

The starting pay range for this position is:

$152,800.00 - $203,700.00

Additionally, you will be eligible to participate in our incentive program based upon the achievement of organization, team and personal performance.

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Remarkable benefits:
Health coverage for medical, dental, vision
401(K) saving plan with company match AND Pension
Tuition assistance
PTO for community volunteer programs
Wellness program
Employee discounts

The Automobile Club of Southern California is part of the largest federation of AAA clubs in the nation. We have 14,000 employees in 21 states helping 17 million members. The strength of our organization is our employees. Bringing together and supporting different cultures, backgrounds, personalities, and strengths creates a team capable of delivering legendary, lifetime service to our members. When we embrace our diversity we win. All of Us! With our national brand recognition, long-standing reputation since 1902, and constantly growing membership, we are seeking career-minded, service-driven professionals to join our team.

Through dedicated employees we proudly deliver legendary service and beneficial products that provide members peace of mind and value.

AAA is an Equal Opportunity Employer

The Automobile Club of Southern California will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.