Litigation Attorney (Remote or Hybrid)

Overview

This full-time, exempt role is for a Senior Trial Attorney to join the organization’s Tennessee-based litigation team. The position involves independently managing a complex caseload from inception through resolution, partnering with claims professionals and insured clients to deliver strategic, cost-effective outcomes and legal representation.

Flexible work arrangements are available, including in-office, hybrid, or remote options.

Responsibilities

• Independently investigate and manage cases of moderate to high exposure and complexity in civil litigation from inception through conclusion (dismissal, settlement, or trial)
• Meet with clients and claims professionals to resolve cases in the most cost effective manner
• Work with adjusters and clients to resolve claims expeditiously and effectively
• Conduct pre-trials, mediations, arbitrations, or other legal activities required
• May independently conduct trials
• Advise claim professionals on evaluations of legal files and provide legal advice as needed
• Negotiate settlements as directed
• Attend round table discussions related to case status and trial preparedness

Requirements

• Insurance defense litigation experience is required
• Minimum 5+ years of litigation experience; trial experience preferred
• Admitted to practice law in Tennessee 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 attorneys, adjusters, claims professionals, and support staff
• Computer literacy, including MS Word, Lexis/Westlaw, and daily management of e-mail and calendar

Preferred Qualifications

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

Skills & Competencies (as described)

• Solid knowledge and ability to assist, defend, or plead for another on moderate and complex cases
• Demonstrated negotiation ability that consistently influences claim outcomes
• Strong communication skills, including translating legal language into layman’s terms
• Strong decision-making ability after careful consideration of facts and law
• Strong organization skills to categorize and prioritize work and information
• Investigative skills to follow up step-by-step and examine evidence carefully and accurately
• Legal research proficiency to locate cases, codified laws, and statutes
• Courtroom skills, including appropriate courtroom behavior, attire, and decorum; knowledge of rules governing proceedings
• Ability to recognize unexpected challenges and remain resilient
• Proactive responsibility for career development and maintaining necessary skill levels

Compensation & Benefits

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.

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)

Location

• Tennessee-based litigation team
• Role can be performed in-office, hybrid, or remote