Senior Staff Attorney Insurance Defense

Responsibilities

• Handle complex and high exposure litigation
• Analyze intricate substantive and procedural legal and factual issues, conduct extensive, well-reasoned legal research, independently develop and present defense strategies on behalf of clients
• Prepare complex pleadings, written discovery, depositions, motions and briefs in support of defense strategies without supervision because of level of experience and expertise
• Provide effective and timely communications, information, legal advice and other services to clients and claims customers on legal and factual issues in a technology driven environment
• Communicate with the court, witnesses, opposing counsel and co-counsel in a manner consistent with established office procedures
• Provide for the prompt, efficient and effective disposition of assigned cases
• Independently prepare and present witnesses and evidence at trials, judicial and administrative hearings and alternative dispute resolutions
• Research, draft, file and argue appellate briefs in reviewing courts on behalf of clients
• Provide opinions to Managing Attorney, Assistant Managing Attorney, staff, clients and claims customers

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate (JD) from accredited law school and license to practice in Nevada state and local federal courts
• Member in good standing of applicable Bar Association
• Minimum of 5 years of tort legal experience
• Documented first chair jury trial/appellate expertise preferred
• Strong legal research and writing skills
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize duties and time are a must
• Strong communication, computer and technological skills and the ability to quickly leverage new software and AI tools as required
• Demonstrated expertise and familiarity in the handling of claim cases and litigation

About the Role

We’re determined to make a difference and are proud to be an insurance company that goes well beyond coverages and policies. Working here means having every opportunity to achieve your goals – and to help others accomplish theirs, too. Join our team as we help shape the future.