Manage and support litigation cases and pre-litigation matters, including property and casualty, property damage, auto and transportation and commercial liability cases
Assist with document production and witness preparation for depositions and trials and support paralegal responsible for subpoena function
Monitor litigation and pre-litigation matters, prepare periodic status updates, internal reports, and strategic recommendations
Draft effective legal memoranda and litigation related documents such as settlement agreements and releases, discovery and production related documents, and responses to complaints
Stay updated on relevant developments and changes in insurance law, litigation trends and industry regulatory requirements

Juris Doctor (JD) degree and active bar admission in at least one U.S. state
3+ years of litigation experience (law firm or in-house or a combination) handling pre-litigation and litigation insurance defense matters, in property and casualty, auto and transportation and/or commercial liability.
Employment litigation experience a strong plus
Proficiency in the subject matter—insurance law and the regulatory framework governing the Property & Casualty, Auto, and Commercial insurance sectors
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with internal teams and external parties and to draft clear and concise legal opinions and advice
Exceptional litigation skills, including experience with witness preparation, depositions, discovery procedures, and non-party requests for production and testimony
Strong understanding of insurance policies and coverage issues, third party administrator roles and responsibilities, and claims handling processes
Skilled at negotiating with experience handling settlement discussions and resolving disputes favorably for the company and its clients
Ability to assess and mitigate legal risks, with a strong focus on litigation avoidance and cost-effective case management
Strong legal research and writing skills

Medical, dental, and vision plans to ensure your health and that of your family.
A 401k plan with employer matching to help you build a secure financial future.
Our time-off policies, including Discretionary Time Off for exempt employees and Paid Time Off (PTO) package for non-exempt employees, reflect our commitment to promoting a healthy work environment.
Paid holidays.
Life insurance and both short-term and long-term disability plans, providing essential financial protection for you and your loved ones.
Diversity and Inclusion programs to foster a diverse workplace.

Counsel, Litigation – Insurance Defense

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