Staff Counsel Attorney - Cleveland Metro

Overview

A well-established insurance organization is seeking a Senior Litigation Attorney to manage civil litigation cases and protect policyholders. This role involves guiding clients through legal challenges, representing them in various legal forums, and ensuring their interests are effectively advocated.

Responsibilities

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

Requirements

• Juris Doctor degree
• Admission to the Ohio State Bar
• Demonstrated litigation experience, including 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 legal solutions and support

Preferred Qualifications

• Passion for making a difference for clients and communities
• Commitment to professional growth, learning, and collaboration
• Strong integrity and dedication to excellence

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

• New employees participate in an orientation program, typically held in person at the Madison, WI headquarters or other core locations; virtual sessions may be available
• Employment offers are contingent on background checks and signing a non-disclosure agreement
• Sponsorship is not available for this position unless specified
• The employer is an equal opportunity organization and complies with all applicable laws regarding non-discrimination and equal opportunity
• Reasonable accommodations are available upon request for the application and interview process, as well as for performing essential job functions

Location

Madison, Wisconsin (Headquarters) with potential work at core locations

Applicants must be admitted to the Ohio State Bar.