Insurance Defense Attorney - Bodily Injury

About the role

This is a unique opportunity to join as one of our first attorneys, shaping the office’s culture, practices, and impact from day one while representing a trusted industry leader.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal representation to Progressive insureds and/or Progressive Insurance Companies before courts and arbitration panels in all aspects of litigation.
• Prepare legal pleadings, motions, statements, trial briefs and be involved in negotiating settlements.
• Work closely with clients and claims partners to prepare timely reports on litigation, ensuring all appropriate defenses are leveraged to reach positive outcomes.
• Analyze written discovery, depositions, medical records and assess the value of claims to determine risk exposure.

Requirements

• Juris doctor degree or Master of Laws (LLM)
• A minimum of 2 years general/auto litigation experience
• Admitted to practice law in the state of Alabama

Qualifications

Must have a diverse background and experience in insurance defense litigation.

Skills

• Strong analytical skills
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines

Benefits

• 401(k) with dollar-for-dollar company match up to 6%
• Medical, dental & vision, including free preventative care
• Wellness & mental health programs
• Health care flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, & life insurance
• Paid time off, including volunteer time off
• Paid & unpaid sick leave where applicable, as well as short & long-term disability
• Parental & family leave; military leave & pay
• Energage recognizes Progressive as a 2025 Top Workplace for: Innovation, Purposes & Values, Work-Life Flexibility, Compensation & Benefits, and Leadership

Pay

$133,679 - $146,900/year

Schedule

This is a hybrid position with occasional travel to an office for meetings and/or training.