Litigation Attorney (Remote or Hybrid)

Overview

This role involves independently investigating and managing cases of moderate to high exposure and complexity in civil litigation from the inception of the lawsuit through conclusion through dismissal, settlement, or trial. You will work with adjuster and clients to resolve claims as expeditiously and effectively as possible.

The position is full-time and exempt.

Flexible work arrangements are available, with the role performed in-office, or through a hybrid or remote work arrangement.

Responsibilities

• Independently manage a complex caseload from inception through resolution
• Meet with clients and claims professionals to resolve cases in the most cost-effective manner
• Conduct pre-trials, mediations, arbitrations, or other legal activity required
• May independently conduct trials
• Advise claim professionals on the evaluations of legal files
• Provide legal advice to clients and claim professionals as needed
• Negotiate settlements as directed
• Attend round table discussions regarding case status and trial preparedness

Requirements

• Insurance defense litigation experience is required
• Preferred: insurance defense trial experience
• Minimum 5+ years litigation experience; trial experience preferred
• Must be admitted to the Tennessee Bar and licensed to practice law in assigned jurisdictions, maintaining active status and good standing
• Georgia bar admission strongly desired but not required
• Must have a valid driver's license, an acceptable MVR, and the ability to maintain confidentiality
• Ability to work in a team environment with other attorneys, adjusters, claims professionals, and support staff
• Computer literacy, including MS Word, Lexis/Westlaw, and daily management of e-mail and calendar

Preferred Qualifications

• Trial experience
• Strong litigation background, including motion practice, depositions, hearings, mediations, and other advocacy experience
• Willingness to stretch into other areas of law such as employment and Professional liability matters
• Ability to mentor and teach others

Key Skills

• Advocacy: Knowledge to assist, defend, or plead for another on moderate and complex cases
• Negotiation: Ability to influence claim outcomes through effective negotiation techniques
• Communication: Ability to exchange ideas precisely and translate legal language into layman’s terms
• Decision-making: Ability to determine outcomes in moderate to complex situations after careful consideration of facts and law
• Organization: Ability to categorize and prioritize work and information to maximize productivity
• Investigative: Ability to follow up step by step on inquiry or observation and search and examine with care and accuracy; ability to take evidence used to reach legal conclusions
• Legal research: Proficiency in locating cases, codified laws, and statutes to reach reasonable and accurate conclusions or opinions
• Courtroom skills: Appropriate courtroom behavior, attire, decorum, and knowledge of rules governing proceedings and conduct in courts and other legal forums and tribunals

Compensation & Benefits

Benefits

Benefits include:

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• 401K with a company match
• Tuition reimbursement
• PTO
• Company paid holidays
• Flexible work arrangements
• Cultural Awareness Day in support of IDE
• On-site medical/wellness center (Worcester only)

Compensation

The target hiring range for this role may vary based on geographic location and other factors, including merit or performance, demonstrated proficiency, skills for the role, education, travel requirements, and experience. Additional compensation may include an annual bonus (which could take the form of a general bonus, sales incentive, or short-term incentive), long-term incentive, or spot recognition awards. The posted range reflects the organization’s ability to hire at different position titles and levels depending on background and experience.

Location

Tennessee-based litigation team.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The organization values diversity in the workplace and among its customers and provides equal opportunity for employment and promotion to all qualified employees and applicants without regard to protected characteristics, including race, religion, color, age, sex/gender, sexual orientation, national origin, gender identity, disability, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, ancestry, or any other status protected by law.

Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities who wish to request assistance to participate in the job application or interview process, or to perform essential job functions.