Staff Counsel Attorney - Cleveland Metro

Overview

A Senior Litigation Attorney position is available to manage civil litigation cases, providing legal representation and support to policyholders. This role reports to a Senior Manager in the litigation department.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $113,000.00 - $194,000.00 (varies by 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
• 9 paid holidays
• Paid time off program (23 days accrued annually for full-time employees)
• Student loan repayment program
• Paid family leave

Responsibilities

• Manage moderately complex civil litigation cases following established guidelines and ethical standards
• Analyze cases and develop strategies to achieve optimal 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
• 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

Additional Information

• New employees participate in an orientation program, typically held in person at the Madison, WI headquarters or core locations; virtual sessions may be offered depending on scheduling
• 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 compliant with all applicable non-discrimination laws
• Reasonable accommodations are available upon request for the application and employment process

Location

Madison, Wisconsin (headquarters) or other core locations as applicable