Staff Attorney

About the role

This role is primarily remote within the state of Nevada, except for required appearances. Compensation includes base salary and yearly performance bonus. Yearly bonus amount will be discussed during the interview process. At Liberty Mutual, we are committed to delivering exceptional legal services to our customers around the world, working to uphold and protect our policyholders' rights and positively impacting our business. As an attorney at Liberty Mutual, you will join a diverse team that values a healthy work/life balance and enjoy benefits that include eligible performance bonuses, 20 days of flexible time off each year, personal holidays, a 401(k) plan with matching contributions. If you are looking for a place to build a long-term career while making a positive difference, consider joining our legal team where you will represent Liberty Mutual and our policyholders. We have an exciting opportunity for a Workers' Compensation Attorney admitted and residing in Nevada. You will be handling a caseload of workers compensation matters, conduct depositions, and represent Liberty Mutual and its policyholders at WC hearings. You will also interact with Liberty Mutual's Workers Compensation claims organization.

Responsibilities

• Use Litigation Protocols to develop and revise appropriate legal strategy for discovery, investigation, handling and trial/hearing of cases or matters.
• Responsible for appearances before the Workers Compensation Board, conducting depositions, drafting, and filing summations, appeals and rebuttals.
• Research the law applicable to cases or matters; drafts legal documents, pleadings, motions, briefs, and opinions as required.
• If requested, conduct settlement negotiations.
• Advise, communicate and confer with Claims Representatives and Insured Clients, rendering clear, unambiguous legal opinions and advice.
• Personally meet with and maintain good relations and communications with Claims Representatives and Insured Clients as required.
• Remain current with developments in the law; understand medical, scientific, construction, products, engineering or similar issues and defenses involved with cases or matters.
• Prepare and conduct training sessions for Legal, Claims or other departments as required.
• Provide daily direction and guidance to junior attorneys.
• Understand and creatively use technology; apply technology to the process of law to improve