Litigation Attorney (Remote or Hybrid)

Overview

This role is a full-time, exempt position on the Tennessee-based litigation team. You will independently manage 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, and the work can be performed in-office, hybrid, or remote.

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
• Conduct pre-trials, mediations, arbitrations, or other legal activities 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
• Minimum 5+ years of litigation experience; trial experience preferred
• Preferred: insurance defense trial experience
• 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 be 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
• Must have a valid driver's license, an acceptable MVR, and the ability to maintain confidentiality

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

Key Skills

• Advocacy: solid knowledge and ability to assist, defend, or plead for another on moderate and complex cases
• Negotiation: able to influence claim outcomes through effective negotiation techniques
• Communication: ability to exchange thoughts and opinions clearly and translate legal language into layman’s terms
• Decision-making: ability to arrive at determinations 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 skills: ability to follow up step-by-step and handle evidence carefully and accurately
• Legal research: ability to locate cases, codified laws, and statutes and draw reasonable, accurate conclusions
• Courtroom skills: knowledge of courtroom behavior, attire, decorum, and applicable rules and regulations for court and other legal forums
• Ability to effectively present evidence and arguments of law to a judge or jury
• Agile and adaptive approach to unexpected challenges
• Willingness and ability to mentor and teach others
• Career development mindset: proactive responsibility for skill maintenance and growth

Compensation & Benefits

Compensation

• The target hiring range 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 ability to hire at different position titles and levels depending on background and experience.

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)

Location

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