Senior Trial Attorney (Remote - Connecticut)

Overview

This role supports legal defense for insured parties and the organization. As a Senior Trial Attorney, you will manage and defend bodily injury and property damage matters through trials, arbitrations, mediations, and depositions, and provide counsel to business clients.

Responsibilities

• Represent insured individuals and the organization in the defense of:
  • Bodily injury and property damage lawsuits
  • Subrogation
  • Uninsured/underinsured motorist cases
• Prepare thoroughly for and conduct:
  • Hearings, trials, arbitrations, mediations, and depositions
• Prepare and present effective pre- and post-trial motions
• Assist colleagues with resolving calendar conflicts collaboratively
• Provide counsel to business clients on day-to-day legal matters
• Manage projects efficiently while fostering coordination and collaboration among legal teams
• Monitor and evaluate new laws, regulations, and case law; identify and summarize relevant issues
• Collaborate with other areas of the Law and Regulation (L&R) department and provide proactive advice on the impact of new laws
• Monitor legal representation

Requirements

• Juris Doctorate and active membership in good standing with the Connecticut State Bar
• 4+ years of proven litigation experience or strong litigation-type skills, including:
  • Case strategy development
  • Legal research
  • Advocacy
• Ability to manage complex disputes and work effectively under pressure
• Capacity to independently manage an active caseload and meet deadlines
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and internet research; LexisNexis (preferred)
• Strong teamwork skills and ability to collaborate effectively with attorneys, paralegals, and administrative assistants under the guidance of Lead Counsel

Preferred Qualifications

• First or second chair jury trial experience
• Proven experience with insurance defense

Compensation & Benefits

• $120,000.00 - $150,000.00 annually, based on experience and qualifications
• This role is also eligible for a bonus plan
• Background investigation required

Location

Remote/hybrid work environment with travel throughout Connecticut as needed, including courts and legal venues in the Hartford and New Haven area.

Additional Information

• This role generally does not sponsor individuals for employment-based visas.
• Effective July 1, 2014, under Indiana House Enrolled Act (HEA) 1242, it is against public policy of the State of Indiana and a discriminatory practice for an employer to discriminate against a prospective employee based on status as a veteran.

Work Setup Requirements (For Work-From-Home Eligible Roles)

• Dedicated, private workspace free from distractions
• Reliable internet required with minimum speeds of 50 MB download and 5 MB upload
• Company-provided technology setup includes a laptop, monitors, headset, keyboard, and mouse
• Employees eligible to work from home also receive a monthly connectivity reimbursement to help offset internet costs

Interview Instructions

• For virtual interviews, candidates are asked to join with their camera on.
• Have a Valid Photo Identification available at the start of the interview.
• Internal candidates are only asked to join on video; a Valid Photo Identification is not needed for the interview.