Litigation Attorney (Remote or Hybrid)

Overview

This role involves independently managing a complex caseload in civil litigation from inception through resolution (dismissal, settlement, or trial). You will work closely with claims professionals and insured clients to pursue strategic, cost-effective outcomes and provide exceptional legal representation.

Responsibilities

• Independently investigate and manage cases of moderate to high exposure and complexity in civil litigation from inception through conclusion.
• Partner with adjusters and clients to resolve claims as expeditiously and effectively as possible.
• Meet with clients and claims professionals to resolve cases in the most cost-effective manner.
• Conduct pre-trials, mediations, arbitrations, or other legal activity as required.
• May independently conduct trials.
• Advise claim professionals on the evaluations of legal files and provide legal advice to clients and claims professionals as needed.
• Negotiate settlements as directed.
• Attend round table discussions regarding case status and trial preparedness.
• Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately.

Requirements

• Insurance defense litigation experience is required.
• Minimum 5+ years of litigation experience; trial experience preferred.
• Admitted to practice law in Tennessee, 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.
• Able 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

• Insurance defense trial experience.
• Strong litigation background, including motion practice, depositions, hearings, mediations, and other advocacy experience.
• Ability to effectively present evidence and arguments of law to a judge or jury.
• Knowledge of property and casualty insurance principles.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong advocacy skills for moderate and complex cases (assist, defend, or plead).
• Consistently influences claim outcomes through effective negotiation techniques.
• Strong communication skills, including translating legal language into layman’s terms.
• Strong decision-making in moderate to complex situations 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 accurately examine and handle evidence.
• Legal research proficiency to locate cases, codified laws, and statutes and form reasonable, accurate conclusions.
• Courtroom skills, including appropriate courtroom behavior, attire, and decorum.
• Willingness to stretch into other areas of law such as employment and professional liability matters.
• Willingness and ability to mentor and teach others.
• Agile and adaptive mindset to remain resilient and adjust when unexpected challenges arise.

Compensation & Benefits

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.

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.
• Work arrangement may be in-office, hybrid, or remote.

Additional Information

• This is a full-time, exempt role.

Equal Opportunity

The organization provides equal opportunity for employment and promotion to all qualified employees and applicants on the basis of experience, training, education, and ability to perform available work without regard to 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.

The organization is committed to providing an equal opportunity workplace free of discrimination and harassment based on protected characteristics.

As an equal opportunity employer, the organization does not discriminate against qualified individuals with disabilities. Individuals with disabilities who wish to request a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, or to perform essential job functions, should request an accommodation.