Claims Litigation Attorney

Responsibilities

• Analyze cases, determine relevant facts, and develop legal theories and defense strategies.
• Identify liability exposure for policyholders and the Exchange.
• Manage complex, high-exposure litigation with minimal supervision.
• Develop and execute discovery plans, including written discovery, subpoenas, depositions, motions, and expert coordination.
• Prepare for and defend trials, arbitrations, mediations, and all related court proceedings.
• Prioritize and manage a heavy, complex caseload while meeting tight deadlines.
• Communicate regularly with policyholders, claims representatives, and management regarding case status and developments.
• Provide legal analysis on liability, damages, defenses, case value, and strategic recommendations.
• Research and draft motions, trial briefs, appellate briefs, and legal opinions (including coverage issues).
• Negotiate and settle cases; handle settlement collections.
• Respond to attorney demand letters.
• Participate in continuing legal education and provide training to attorneys and Claims staff.
• Assist other attorneys and provide guidance to less experienced team members.
• Maintain high ethical standards and strong client-relationship skills.

Qualifications

• JD Required
• 7-9 years Insurance defense law Required
• Thorough understanding of insurance contracts.
• Must have superb command of trial techniques and strategies, and have exceptional evaluation abilities.
• Thorough knowledge of trial procedures and the rules of the evidence.
• Valid Driver's License, acceptable Department of Motor Vehicles record and minimum liability insurance.

Pay

The starting pay range for this position is: $145,900.00 - $194,600.00

Benefits

• Health coverage for medical, dental, vision
• 401(K) saving plans with company match AND Pension
• Tuition assistance
• Floating holidays and PTO for community volunteer programs
• Paid parental leave
• Wellness programs
• Employee discounts (membership, insurance, travel, entertainment, services and more!)