Sr. Claim Attorney

Overview

This role involves serving as a member of an in-house legal department, primarily responsible for handling litigation related to insurance company and third-party administrator claims for New Jersey Workers' Compensation. The position requires representing insured and self-insured employers in workers' compensation claims litigation, preparing legal correspondence, memorandums, briefs, and pleadings, and participating in negotiations and settlements of litigated claims.

Responsibilities

• Conduct depositions of claimants, insureds, and expert witnesses
• Ensure compliance with Defense Counsel Guidelines
• Develop and maintain strong internal and external client relationships
• Perform legislative and regulatory research and analysis
• Advise internal clients on developments in workers' compensation law and procedures

Requirements

• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited U.S. law school
• Licensed to practice law with the New Jersey Bar Association
• Minimum of 2-3 years of workers' compensation litigation experience representing insured and self-insured employers
• Proven track record of providing quality and cost-effective advocacy
• Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Word and internal legal billing software/systems
• Superior verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to deliver client presentations and conduct training seminars
• Detail-oriented with good judgment and ability to manage multiple competing priorities
• Ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively
• Strong research, analytical, and negotiation skills
• Extensive technical knowledge of New Jersey workers' compensation law and litigation process, with the ability to apply this knowledge effectively
• Familiarity with litigation management techniques and ability to apply them
• Ability to travel to various locations throughout New Jersey

Location

• New Jersey, USA

Compensation & Benefits

• Not specified in the job description