Comprehensive review of new and transfer file assignments with initial evaluation letter to claims and service of initial discovery within 30 days of receipt of assignment
Summarizing discovery responses and medical records within 30 days of receipt
Taking and defending depositions of parties, lay witnesses, and expert witnesses and completion of deposition summaries within 20 days
Law and motion: legal research; preparation of motions, oppositions and replies to motion; court appearance at law and motion
Trial preparation, trial and posttrial motions including preparation of pretrial documents, motions in limine and oppositions thereto; all facets of a jury trial, trial motions and posttrial motions
Other miscellaneous tasks as may be necessary to adequately defend the insured including assignments from managing and senior managing attorneys
Requirements
Requires a law degree and admission to the bar in the state(s) were practicing
3+ years of insurance defense or related experience
Experience as the primary attorney defending personal injury lawsuits
3+ insurance defense personal injury trials to verdict or equivalent litigation experience
Comprehensive knowledge of insurance, torts, evidence, civil procedure, and trial practice
Effective communication, persuasion and analytical skills
Must meet established company standards regarding personal driving history and current license status
Must be able to work independently with minimum direction and good organizational skills necessary to manage a caseload with exposures up to $150,000
Admission to the bar in the state(s) were practicing
Benefits
Competitive base salary
Incentive compensation
Flexibility to work remotely
Company vehicle
Paid time off (vacation time, sick time, 9 paid Company holidays, volunteer hours)
Incentive bonus programs (potential for holiday bonus, referral bonus, and performance-based bonus)
Medical, dental, vision, life, and pet insurance
401 (k) retirement savings plan with company match
Engaging work environment
Promotional opportunities
Education assistance
Professional and personal development opportunities
Company recognition program
Health and wellbeing resources, including free mental wellbeing therapy/coaching sessions, child and eldercare resources, and more