Overview
This role is for an Expert Trial Attorney based in Pennsylvania, responsible for representing insured individuals and the organization in defending complex bodily injury, property damage, homeowners, and uninsured/underinsured motorist cases. The position involves leading high-stakes litigation, mentoring junior attorneys, and providing legal guidance to internal stakeholders within an in-house legal environment.
Responsibilities
- Represent insureds and the organization in defense of bodily injury, property damage, homeowners, and uninsured/underinsured motorist cases.
- Serve as first or second-chair counsel in complex trials, arbitrations, and mediations with minimal supervision.
- Prepare and argue pre-trial and post-trial motions, including motions in limine and summary judgment motions.
- Conduct depositions, examinations under oath, and prepare clients, witnesses, experts, and corporate representatives.
- Develop and implement litigation strategies, including early case evaluation, risk analysis, and settlement recommendations.
- Mentor and support less experienced attorneys by providing case guidance and strategy advice.
- Collaborate regularly with claims professionals and business partners to align litigation approaches with business objectives.
- Provide proactive legal counsel on day-to-day litigation and regulatory matters affecting the business.
- Stay current with Pennsylvania case law, regulations, and industry trends, advising legal leadership and business teams accordingly.
Requirements
- Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
- Admission to practice law in Pennsylvania and in good standing.
- Minimum of 7 years of litigation experience, with a focus on bodily injury, property damage, or insurance defense.
- Proven experience as lead or co-lead counsel in trials and complex litigation.
- Strong legal research, analytical, written advocacy, oral advocacy, case strategy development, and negotiation skills.
- Ability to manage high-volume caseloads and multiple priorities under pressure.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and legal research platforms (LexisNexis preferred).
- Ability to work independently in a remote setting.
- Willingness to travel within northeastern Pennsylvania, including Luzerne, Lackawanna, and Lehigh Counties.
Preferred Skills
- Case management
- Insurance defense
- Litigation and trial management
- Trial practice
Compensation & Benefits
- Annual salary range: $100,000.00 to $170,500.00, based on experience and qualifications.
- Background investigation required for candidates offered the position.
- Work-life balance with predictable schedules.
- Opportunities for professional growth and advancement.
- Exposure to diverse legal challenges including regulatory compliance, risk assessment, and dispute resolution.
- Direct collaboration with internal stakeholders and business units.
- Strategic influence on business decisions and risk management.
Location
- Position based in Pennsylvania.
- Remote work with required travel within northeastern Pennsylvania (Luzerne, Lackawanna, and Lehigh Counties).
Additional Information
- The organization generally does not sponsor employment-based visas for this position.
- Equal employment opportunity policies prohibit discrimination based on ancestry, age, color, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, sexual and reproductive health decisions, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, race (including traits historically associated with race), religion (including religious dress), sex, or sexual orientation.
- Compliance with applicable state and federal employment laws is maintained.