Sr. Litigation Attorney-NJ/PA

Overview

This role provides legal advice, counsel, and representation for insureds and/or the organization before courts or arbitration panels, and advises company employees in their handling of claim matters. Responsibilities include preparing legal pleadings, motions, statements, and trial briefs; negotiating settlements; and advocating on behalf of the organization and its insureds.

The position includes conducting all phases of personal injury litigation, including jury trials, motions, and arbitration hearings. The role requires specialized knowledge of property and casualty insurance defense, along with insurance principles and legal developments impacting the insurance industry and personal injury litigation. Independent judgment is used to resolve complex issues, with limited oversight from the managing attorney.

Responsibilities may include providing support to Attorney I, II, and IV as needed, and mentoring Attorney I and II as needed.

Responsibilities

• Apply independent analysis and judgment to prepare legal pleadings, motions, statements, and trial briefs, with coordination and input from claims specialists.
• Appear and advocate on behalf of the organization and its member insureds.
• Handle cases, including high-complexity and high-exposure matters, responsible for all phases of litigation (including motions, arbitration hearings, trials, and appeals).
• Coach and mentor Attorney I and II positions.
• Handle highly complex legal matters or projects outside of litigation; serve as a resource for the office and for Claims.
• Serve as a resource for assigned legal disciplines and resolve major issues within the legal specialty area with considerable independence.
• Anticipate and advise on potential legal issues significantly impacting insurance and tort litigation.

Requirements

• Proficient in personal injury litigation, including liability assessment, causation, damages, personal injury damages and causation, and the tri-partite relationship.
• Advanced knowledge of liability insurance coverage and the organization’s policies.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to communicate verbally and in writing in an organized and timely manner.
• Strong negotiation skills.
• Proficient computer skills, including MS Office and online research tools.
• Ability to manage case inventory of complex cases with a high degree of efficiency; ability to effectively manage and prioritize multiple tasks.
• Ability to advocate creatively, persuasively, and effectively.
• Advanced analytical and legal skills, including the ability to think and act independently in a client’s best interest.
• Knowledge and understanding of legal ethics.

Education, Work Experience, Licenses & Certifications

• Advanced degree in related area that requires law degree and passing of bar exam.
• Certification(s) and/or license(s) in the functional area and a license from the state of practice required.
• 10-12+ years of experience in insurance defense practice with considerable courtroom and first-chair trial experience.

Compensation & Benefits

• The national average salary range for this position is $152,010.00-$168,900.00.
• A location-based compensation structure applies; salary ranges vary by work location.
• The starting pay range across all states the organization hires in is $152,010.00-$202,550.00.
• Includes an opportunity for a company-wide annual discretionary bonus through the Annual Incentive Plan (AIP) of up to 12% of eligible pay.

Location

• New Jersey - Home Teleworkers
• Additional locations: Not specified

Posting Information

• This job posting will be unposted on Mon, 9 Nov 2026.