Associate Staff Attorney

Overview

This role is primarily remote in the state of New Jersey, except for required appearances.

The organization is seeking an Associate Attorney to represent the company and its policyholders in 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. Under moderate supervision, you will manage cases from inception through resolution, applying legal research, drafting, and client relationship skills 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.
• Case support: Support Senior Trial Counsel and Senior Litigation Counsel in all aspects of case handling through trial, including preparation, management, and assistance at every stage.
• Client advisory and relationship management: Provide clear and reasoned legal opinions and strategic advice to Claims Representatives and insured clients; maintain strong client relationships through transparent and 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 resolution facilitation: Identify, evaluate, and collaborate on strategies to mitigate legal risks with clients and senior counsel to facilitate effective resolutions.
• Documentation accuracy and compliance: Ensure legal documents, pleadings, and motions are prepared accurately and comply with applicable standards and client expectations.
• Timely client communication: Provide clear, consistent, and timely updates and recommendations to insured clients and claims professionals to maintain alignment with case objectives.
• Organizational improvement: Participate in initiatives to enhance efficiency, effectiveness, and best practices within Staff Legal and Global Legal & Compliance organizations.
• Ethical compliance adherence: Uphold legal ethics and compliance standards, follow legal regulations and licensing requirements, and promote a culture of integrity within the legal team.

Requirements

• Education: Juris Doctor (JD) or LLB from an accredited law school.
• Licensure: Admission to the bar in New Jersey and in good standing; special licenses to practice before particular boards or federal courts may be required.
• Knowledge base: General knowledge of insurance law, and as necessary, workers’ compensation and/or No Fault law.
• Technology: Proficiency in e-discovery, case management systems, and basic legal analysis tools.
• Skills: Strong analytical, research, and legal writing skills.
• Negotiation: Basic knowledge of negotiation techniques, including preparation, active listening, and problem-solving.
• Case management ability: Demonstrated ability to manage cases from start to finish under supervision.
• Communication: Effective communication and persuasion skills, both written and oral.
• Collaboration: Ability to collaborate with clients, claims professionals, and senior attorneys.
• Organization: Organized, process-oriented approach 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 the competitive labor market value for all employees in these positions across the national market and allows progression as employees grow and develop within the role.
• Additional compensation: Some roles may include a corresponding compensation plan that may include commission and/or bonus earnings at rates that vary based on multiple factors set forth in the compensation plan.
• Benefits (eligibility may apply):
  • Eligible performance bonuses
  • 20 days of flexible time off each year
  • Personal holidays
  • 401(k) plan with matching contributions

Location

• Primarily remote in the state of New Jersey, except for required appearances.

Equal Opportunity / Fair Chance Notices

The employer is an equal opportunity employer and will not tolerate discrimination on any basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law.

Fair Chance Notices:

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