Staff Counsel (Iowa)

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 compliance with ethical and legal standards.

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 legal 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 Iowa State Bar; admission or willingness to gain admission to the Nebraska State Bar preferred
• 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 solutions, support, or service

Preferred Qualifications

• Passion for client advocacy and community impact
• Commitment to professional growth, learning, and collaboration

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
• 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 core locations, with virtual options 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