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Managing Attorney

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We are Farmers!

We are… more than just your favorite commercials.  At Farmers, we strive to deliver peace of mind to our customers by providing protection and comprehensive advice and delivering in the moments of truth. That means having people who can help us meet changing customer and business needs. Farmers high-performance culture is focused on results and the people who achieve them. We hold ourselves and others accountable for sustainably growing the business and each other. We seek solutions, own our actions, and grow through discomfort. We see setbacks as opportunities while continuously asking ourselves how we impact our customers. 

 

Farmers is an award winning, equal opportunity employer, committed to the strength of a diverse workforce. We are dedicated to supporting the well-being of our people through our extensive suite of benefits, as well as the well-being of the communities we serve through employee volunteer programs and nonprofit partnerships. Helping others in their time of need isn’t just our business – it’s our culture!  To learn more about our high-performance culture and open opportunities, check out www.Farmers.com/careers/corporate and be sure to follow us on Instagram, LinkedIn, and TikTok. 

 

Workplace: Remote ( #LI-Remote )

Farmers believes in a culture of collaboration, creativity, and innovation, which thrives when we have the ability to work flexibly in a virtual setting as well as the opportunity to be together in person. Our hybrid work environment combines the best of both worlds with at least three (3) days in office and up to two (2) days virtual for employees who live within fifty (50) miles of a Farmers corporate office. Applicants beyond fifty (50) miles may still be considered.

Job Summary

Directs all activities of a Branch Legal Office in accordance with established Company objectives, policies, practices and procedures. Responsible for assuring that results achieved by Branch Legal Offices conform to Company and Department objectives. Bears ultimate supervisorial responsibility for all personnel policies and procedures. Responsible for making case assignments to Branch Legal Office attorneys, and to outside counsel in accordance with Company procedure.

 

Active Pennsylvania Bar License Required, with Maryland, Virginia, and/or Washington D.C. licenses Preferred. 

Essential Job Functions

  • Directs all activities of the Branch Legal Office in accordance with existing Company and Department objectives, policies, practices and procedures.
  • Responsible for assuring that results achieved by Branch Legal office conforms to Company and Department objectives.
  • Actively supports diversity in the workforce.
  • Prepares and submits proper reports concerning the operation of the office.
  • Approves all requests for expenditures and costs associated with the operation of the Branch Legal Office. Assures maintenance and updating of computerized litigation management systems.
  • Consults with and renders opinions to the Claims Department regarding insurance policy questions and questions concerning the legal aspects of the handling of personal injury claims.
  • Meets with Claims Department personnel on a regular basis to discuss and handle problems or issues of mutual concern.
  • Assigns all litigated claims within a defined territory, either to Branch Legal Office attorneys or to outside counsel in accordance with Company procedures.
  • Performs tasks and special assignments as directed.
  • Develops and implements controls to assure quality legal representation by all attorneys in the Branch Legal Office.
  • In conjunction with the Claims Department and subject to the approval of Vice President, Claims Litigation, identifies the need for, and recommends the addition of outside counsel to list of approved outside counsel.
  • Also, identifies the need for, and recommends the removal of outside counsel from list of approved outside counsel.
  • Assigns and/or delegates administrative tasks to office personnel as appropriate. In cases of greatest complexity and/or exposure, performs all necessary work on behalf of clients, including preparation of pleadings, motions, discovery and briefs, attendance at hearings, conferences, interviews, and trials or arbitrations, and performance of any other tasks or duties necessary for the proper representation of clients.
  • Performs other functions as assigned.

Experience Requirements

  • At least two years as a Supervising Attorney, or four years experience as a Senior Trial Attorney, or comparable outside experience.

Education Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree required.
  • Law school degree and member in good standing of the State Bar in the state in which position is located.

Physical Environment

This role, whether performed virtually or in an office setting, operates in an open office working environment which will include normal and customary distractions, noise, and interruptions. Sits or stands for extended periods of time, up to a full work shift. Occasionally reaches overhead and below the knees, including bending, twisting, pulling, and stooping. Occasionally moves, lifts, carries, and places objects and supplies weighing 0-10 pounds without assistance. Listens to, interprets, and differentiates auditory information (e.g. others speaking) at normal speaking levels with or without correction. Visually verifies and reads information. Visually locates material, resources and other objects. Ability to operate a computer for extended periods of time, up to a full work shift. Physical dexterity sufficient to use hands, arms, and shoulders repetitively to operate keyboard and other office equipment up to a full work shift.

Benefits

  • Farmers offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience, qualifications and location.
    o CA Only: $152,880 - $243,540
    o CO Only: $143,360 - $210,210 
    o HI/IL/MN/VT Only: $143,360 - $224,840
    o MA Only: $143,360 - $224,840 
  • o MD Only: $143,360 - $224,840
    o NY/DC/NJ Only: $143,360 - $243,540 
             o Albany County: $152,880 - $210,210 
    o WA Only:  $143,360 - $255,500 
  • Bonus Opportunity (based on Company and Individual Performance)
  • 401(k)
  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Life Insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Tuition Assistance
  • For more information, review “What we offer” on https://www.farmers.com/careers/corporate/#offer

 

Job Location(s): US - PA, US - DC, US - MD, US - NJ, US - VA

 

Anticipated application deadline: At Farmers, the recruitment process is designed to ensure that we find the best talent to join our team. As part of this process, we typically close open positions within 8 to 21 days after posting. If you are interested in any of our open positions, we encourage you to submit your application promptly.

 

Farmers will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in accordance with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance or other applicable law.  Pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1033, Farmers is prohibited from employing any individual who has been convicted of any criminal felony involving dishonesty or a breach of trust without prior written consent from the state Department of Insurance.

 

Farmers is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in any employer/employee relations based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender expression, genetic information, national origin, age, disability, marital status, military and veteran's status, or any other basis protected by applicable discrimination laws. 

 

Want to learn more about our culture & opportunities? Check out www.Farmers.com/careers/corporate and be sure to follow us on Instagram, LinkedIn, and TikTok.

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