Senior Staff Counsel Litigation Attorney – NE Ohio

Overview

A Senior Litigation Attorney position is available to manage civil litigation cases, providing legal representation and support to policyholders. This role involves handling moderately complex cases, strategizing for optimal outcomes, and advocating in various legal settings.

Responsibilities

• Manage moderately complex civil litigation cases following established guidelines and ethical standards
• Analyze cases and develop strategies to achieve favorable outcomes
• Pursue settlements when appropriate
• Lead discovery processes, draft pleadings and briefs, and conduct legal research
• Represent clients in trials, mediations, arbitrations, and settlement conferences
• Advocate in state and federal courts, administrative tribunals, and regulatory hearings
• Stay informed on legal trends to ensure policies remain strong and enforceable

Requirements

• Juris Doctor degree
• Admission to the Ohio State Bar
• Demonstrated litigation experience
• Experience preparing civil pleadings, motions, discovery, and deposing witnesses
• Solid knowledge of tort, contract, and insurance law
• Understanding of rules of Professional Responsibility for the practicing jurisdiction
• Experience providing customer-driven solutions, support, or service

Preferred Qualifications

• Passion for making a difference for clients and communities
• Commitment to excellence, integrity, and collaboration
• Eagerness to grow, learn, and contribute to a dynamic legal team

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $113,000.00 - $194,000.00 (may vary based on job level and geographic location)
• Relocation support available for eligible candidates
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Wellbeing programs
• Competitive 401(k) contribution and pension plan
• Annual incentive program
• Paid time off: 9 paid holidays and 23 days accrued annually for full-time employees
• Student loan repayment program
• Paid family leave

Additional Information

• Offer contingent on background checks and signing a non-disclosure agreement
• Sponsorship not available unless specified
• Equal opportunity employer compliant with federal, state, and local laws
• Reasonable accommodations available upon request during application and employment process

Location

Position requires admission to the Ohio State Bar, indicating work location in Ohio.