WHO WE ARE:

Berkshire Hathaway Homestate Companies (BHHC) is a group of six insurance companies that are part of the Berkshire Hathaway Group. Our Workers Compensation Division provides premier workers compensation insurance coverage to employers across the country. BHHC has earned an enviable record of success in the insurance industry supported by an A++ A.M. Best rating for the last 10 consecutive years and has seen significant growth. This is a remote position with travel required to local Boards.  Join us!

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR:

Are you searching for a career opportunity with an established leader in Workers’ Compensation? Berkshire Hathaway Homestate Companies is searching for experienced Defense Attorneys in the Los Angeles area. Our House Counsel Attorneys work closely with our Claims teams to ensure efficient and cost effective resolution of claims.  Our attorneys are responsible for successfully managing a caseload of litigated workers' compensation claims of all values and complexity as well as making appearances at depositions, trials and hearings before the Workers' Compensation Appeals Boards.  They will also be responsible for the following duties:  

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• Review claims case files and provide effective and appropriate analysis of legal issues

• Analyze and set forth a litigation strategy on a per case basis, and direct cases toward resolution

• By applying extensive legal knowledge, skill and ability, zealously and ethically represent BHHC for all phases of litigation for claims cases

• Prepare, attend, and thoroughly report on administrative and trial proceedings

• Draft pleadings, petitions, correspondence and documentation

• Perform legal research and maintain an up-to-date understanding of key legal issues related to workers compensation

• Develop and provide educational seminars and roundtables to the Claims Department for training and professional development

• Effectively and appropriately communicate with fellow workers, including Claims department, attorneys, hearing representatives, lien claimants, judges, and court personnel

HOW YOU’D FIT IN:

• Law degree (JD or LLB) from an accredited law school and admitted into the California State Bar.

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in Workers’ Compensation

• Excellent negotiation skills

• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret legal and professional journals, technical procedures, laws, and governmental regulations

• Ability to negotiate, write and interpret legal and business correspondence and reports;

WHY YOU SHOULD APPLY:

• Unparalleled financial strength and stability 

• Fantastic growth and advancement opportunities 

• Relaxed Atmosphere with Casual Dress Code 

• Generous Paid Time Off and Holidays 

• Excellent Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k, etc.) 

• Tuition Assistance Reimbursement 

• Discounts across companies such as GEICO, See’s Candies, etc. 

NOTE: BHHC does not conduct interviews via social media (e.g. Google hangout, LinkedIn, etc.). Please be aware that any such contact is fraudulent and we advise that you not provide any personal information. This organization participates in E-Verify. For more information on E-Verify, please contact DHS: 888.897.7781 www.dhs.gov/E-Verify. We will consider for employment-qualified applicants with criminal histories as required by local ordinance. Additionally, no applicant will be denied employment solely on the grounds of conviction of a criminal offense except to the extent necessary to obtain a necessary license or to comply with The Violent Crime Control and Law Enforcement Act of l994, which prohibits the employment by an insurance company of persons convicted of certain crimes, unless a waiver is obtained

Application Link: https://jobs.lever.co/bhhc/fe7eb06a-8fbd-4155-bf49-c24cab75bfa9