Associate Staff Attorney

Overview

This position is primarily remote in the state of ABC, with required appearances.

This role involves representing the organization and its policyholders in moderately complex civil litigation matters. Work includes routine civil litigation and workers’ compensation matters involving moderately complex legal issues and claims for monetary damages or compensation related to personal injury or property damage.

Moderate supervision is provided. You will manage cases from inception through resolution, applying legal knowledge, research skills, and client relationship capabilities in a collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Litigation execution: Manage all phases of litigation, including discovery, hearings, trials, mediations, and drafting legal documents such as pleadings and motions. Support Senior Trial Counsel and Senior Litigation Counsel throughout trial, including preparation, management, and assistance at each stage of the litigation process.
• Client advisory and relationship management: Provide clear and reasoned legal opinions and strategic advice to Claims Representatives and insured clients. Develop and maintain strong client relationships through transparent, effective communication.
• Technology utilization: Use e-discovery and case management technologies to streamline legal processes, improve efficiency, and reduce operational costs. Coordinate effectively with remote team members.
• Risk evaluation and case resolution facilitation: Identify, evaluate, and collaborate on strategies to mitigate legal risks, working with clients and senior counsel to facilitate effective resolutions.
• Documentation accuracy and compliance: Ensure legal documents, pleadings, and motions are meticulously prepared, accurate, and compliant with applicable standards and client expectations.
• Timely client communication: Provide clear, consistent, and timely updates and recommendations to insured clients and claims professionals.
• Organizational improvement: Participate in initiatives focused on improving efficiency, effectiveness, and best practices within Staff Legal and Global Legal & Compliance organizations.
• Ethical compliance adherence: Uphold legal ethics and compliance, follow legal regulations and licensing requirements, and promote integrity within the legal team.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) or LLB from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the bar in INSERT STATE REQUIRED and in good standing; special licenses to practice before particular boards or federal courts may be required.
• General knowledge of insurance law, and, as necessary, workers’ compensation and/or No Fault law.
• Proficiency in e-discovery, case management systems, and basic legal analysis tools.
• Strong analytical, research, and legal writing skills.
• Basic knowledge of negotiation techniques, including preparation, active listening, and problem-solving.
• Demonstrated ability to manage cases from start to finish under supervision.
• Effective communication and persuasion skills, both written and oral.
• Ability to collaborate with clients, claims professionals, and senior attorneys.
• Organized, process-oriented, with strong time management skills.

Compensation & Benefits

• Pay philosophy: The typical starting salary range is determined by factors including skills, experience, education, certifications, and location. The full salary range reflects competitive labor market value across the national market and provides an opportunity to progress as employees grow and develop within the role.
• Some roles may include a corresponding compensation plan that may include commission and/or bonus earnings at rates that vary based on factors set forth in the compensation plan.
• Benefits include eligible performance bonuses, 20 days of flexible time off each year, personal holidays, and a 401(k) plan with matching contributions.

Location

• Seattle, Washington
• Primarily remote in the state of ABC, except for required appearances.

Fair Chance Notices

• California
• Los Angeles Incorporated
• Los Angeles Unincorporated
• Philadelphia
• San Francisco

Equal Opportunity

The employer is an equal opportunity employer and does not tolerate discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, disability, veteran’s status, pregnancy, genetic information, or on any basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law.