Litigation Attorney

Position Summary

The Hanover is seeking a Trial Attorney and/or Sr. Trial Attorney for its California office. The role investigates and manages cases of moderate to high exposure in civil State Court litigation.

Responsibilities

• Handles an average caseload consisting of moderate to complex exposure commercial auto negligence and commercial general liability claims and coverage matters.
• Meets with claims professionals to resolve cases in the most cost-effective manner.
• Answers and develops theories and affirmative defenses to incoming lawsuits.
• Engages in routine motion practice, discovery and research.
• Handles trials and arbitrations.
• Periodically presents to claims partners on new developments in the law.

Essential Skills and Experience

• 5-10 years litigation experience; trial experience preferred.
• Must have a valid driver's license, an acceptable MVR and an ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Admitted to the bar and must be licensed to practice law in the jurisdictions where assigned.

Desired Skills and Experience

• Computer literacy, including proficiency in Outlook, MS Word, Lexis/Westlaw, litigation management systems, and daily management of e-mail and calendar.
• Able to work in a team environment with other attorneys, adjusters and other claims professionals and support staff.
• Investigative Skills: Has an ability to follow up step by step on inquiry or observation; to trace or track, search or examine with care and accuracy.
• Legal Research: Must demonstrate the ability to locate cases, treaties, codified laws and statutes aimed at the discovery and interpretation of law and to draw a reasonable and accurate conclusion or render an opinion.
• Courtroom Skills: Has appropriate courtroom behavior, attire and decorum and is familiar with the rules and regulations that govern proceedings and conduct in courts of law or other legal forums and tribunals.

Career Development

We value your career growth and provide opportunities for continuous learning and development.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• 401K with a company match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid time off
• Company paid holidays
• Flexible work arrangements
• Cultural Awareness Day in support of IDEOn-site medical/wellness center (Worcester only)