Trial Attorney, BI/UM

USAA

. Provide legal representation to USAA members, insured clients, and USAA entities in all phases of civil litigation and legal proceedings for Property and Casualty covered losses .

Posted 10/27/2026full-timeSan Diego • California • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $114,080 - $218,030 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in civil litigation and personal injury insurance defense, with a strong focus on trial preparation and legal strategy development. Proficient in managing caseloads, conducting legal research, and providing training on legal processes and compliance.

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Licensed To Practice LawCivil Litigation ExperienceTrial ExperienceLegal Research SkillsExcellent Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Civil LitigationPersonal Injury DefenseTrial PreparationPleadings PreparationSettlement NegotiationLegal Strategy DevelopmentRisk ManagementBudget ProjectionsArbitrationMediation

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsPresentation SkillsTraining Skills

Tools & Technologies

Trial-Related TechnologyOffice Technology

Certifications & Qualifications

Licensed To Practice Law

Industry Keywords

Property And Casualty InsuranceClaims LitigationCourt SystemsUS Military ExperienceCalifornia LawTexas Law

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide legal representation to USAA members, insured clients, and USAA entities in all phases of civil litigation and legal proceedings for Property and Casualty covered losses
Independently manage simple to moderate Property and Casualty insurance defense caseloads through arbitration, trial, and possible appeal
Handle and/or assist with complex litigation cases
Appear in court for arbitrations, trials, and mediations
Provide legal advice to clients and P&C Claims team members
Develop and implement legal strategy and ongoing budget projections for Claims Litigation and clients
Prepare pleadings, motions, statements, memoranda, trial briefs, and other legal documents
Conduct direct settlement negotiations with plaintiffs' attorneys
Stay current on statutes, case law, office technology, and trial-related technology
Attend assigned courses to maintain trial skills
Provide training to support staff, P&C Claims, and Claims Litigation on changes in law, litigation, and other processes
Identify, measure, monitor, and control business risks in accordance with risk and compliance policies and procedures
Travel as needed to attend trials, hearings, depositions, and other case-related proceedings

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree; OR 4 years of relevant education and/or experience
6 years of experience practicing law handling personal injury or civil litigation or trial cases
Licensed to practice law in the jurisdiction(s) to be served
Experience practicing law in the court systems within the geographic area being served
Ability to perform online legal research
Excellent communication and presentation skills
Six or more years of experience handling personal injury insurance defense cases within a staff counsel setting or at a law firm in California
Formal first chair jury trial experience, including verdicts, in Texas
US military experience with skills related to Navy Legalman (LN), Marines (4410, 4411, 4402, 4405), Army (27A), or USAF (51JX / 5J0X1)
Must not require immigration support now or in the future; USAA does not provide visa sponsorship

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible work environment with most time working from home office and at the staff counsel law office
Pay incentives based on overall corporate and individual performance, at the discretion of the USAA Board of Directors
Comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans
401(k)
Pension
Life insurance
Parental benefits
Adoption assistance
Paid time off program
Paid holidays
16 paid volunteer hours
Various wellness programs
Career path planning
Continuing education assistance