Overview
A legal team based in the Detroit area is seeking an attorney to join their staff counsel team focusing on Bodily Injury/Uninsured Motorist (BI/UM) and Personal Injury Protection (PIP) cases. This is a remote position with occasional in-person appearances and trials as required.
Responsibilities
- Manage all phases of insurance defense cases primarily low in complexity and exposure, from intake through resolution.
- Prepare pleadings, motions, discovery, and briefs.
- Attend hearings, conferences, interviews, mediations, arbitrations, and trials.
- Communicate proactively with leadership regarding case handling opportunities and challenges.
- Consult with the Claims Department on legal aspects of files.
- Support senior attorneys on cases of greater complexity and exposure.
- May serve as second chair in trials and handle trials for cases with minimal complexity and exposure.
- Perform other tasks to ensure efficient case management.
Physical Requirements
- Work performed primarily indoors in a climate-controlled office or virtually.
- Occasional field work outdoors with exposure to weather elements.
- Frequent sitting or standing for prolonged periods.
- Occasional movement including navigating stairs, ramps, and uneven surfaces.
- Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull objects up to 50 pounds.
- Frequent use of hands and fingers for typing, mousing, and writing.
- Occasional bending, stooping, crouching, kneeling, twisting, and reaching.
- Adequate vision and hearing, with or without correction.
- May require regular travel between offices, alternative work locations, and field sites.
Education and Experience Requirements
- Juris Doctor degree and licensed to practice law in applicable states at time of hire.
- Bachelor's degree preferred.
- Experience in civil litigation and/or personal/bodily injury cases preferred.
Skills and Qualifications
- Strong verbal communication and listening skills.
- Excellent written communication and negotiation abilities.
- Ability to function effectively in adversarial or confrontational situations.
- Effective judgment and decision-making skills.
- Time management and priority-setting capabilities.
- Proficient with technology to maximize efficiency in a virtual, paperless environment.
- Ability to represent the organization professionally with external constituents.
- Valid driver’s license and ability to drive.
Compensation and Benefits
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience, qualifications, and location.
- Annual bonus potential up to 15% of salary based on company and individual performance.
- Comprehensive benefits including 401(k), medical, dental, vision, health savings and flexible spending accounts.
- Life insurance.
- Paid time off and paid parental leave.
- Tuition assistance.
- Auto allowance.
Location
- Position is remote with a preference for candidates in the Detroit, Michigan area.
Additional Information
- The recruitment process typically closes open positions within 8 to 21 days after posting.
- The employer is an equal opportunity employer and complies with applicable laws regarding non-discrimination and fair hiring practices.
- Employment is subject to compliance with applicable state insurance department regulations regarding criminal history.
- This position does not require billable hours.
Applicants are encouraged to apply promptly to be considered for this opportunity.