Support Attorney

Overview

This role involves providing legal support under the direct supervision of a senior attorney (Attorney IV). Responsibilities include trial support, depositions, preparation of trial documents, law and motion documents, attending court hearings, conducting legal research, reviewing medical records, and handling specific case assignments. The position offers the opportunity to gain extensive knowledge of pre-trial litigation, including case evaluation from initial file assignment through trial and post-trial procedures.

Responsibilities

• Support pre-trial litigation including case evaluation from initial file assignment through trial and post-trial procedures.
• Prepare necessary legal documentation and obtain pertinent defense information.
• Advise clients and claims personnel on legal issues.
• Provide legal representation to insureds and the organization before courts, arbitration panels, or administrative bodies in defense of personal injury lawsuits.
• Supervise and direct subordinate legal staff such as paralegals, secretaries, transcriptionists, and support specialists to ensure accurate and timely completion of assigned work.

Requirements

• Law degree and admission to the bar in the state(s) where practicing (minimum requirement).
• Effective communication, persuasion, writing, and analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal direction and strong organizational skills.
• Willingness and ability to travel by automobile up to 20% of work time.
• Must meet established standards regarding personal driving history and current license status.

Preferred Qualifications

• Law degree from a state-accredited or ABA-accredited law school.
• One or more years as a licensed attorney with insurance defense experience or equivalent.
• First and second chair trial experience is a plus.
• Exceptional communication and analytical skills.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: USD $83,670.00 - USD $161,815.00 per year, depending on experience, skills, and location.
• Competitive compensation package.
• Paid time off including vacation, sick time, 9 paid company holidays, and volunteer hours.
• Incentive bonus programs including potential holiday, referral, and performance-based bonuses.
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and pet insurance.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match.
• Flexible work arrangements, including the ability to work from anywhere in the United States for most positions.
• Opportunities for professional and personal development, education assistance, and promotional advancement.
• Health and wellbeing resources, including free mental wellbeing therapy/coaching sessions and child and eldercare resources.

Location

This position may require in-person interviews during the hiring process. The role involves considerable automobile travel (up to 20% of work time). Work location flexibility is available for most positions within the United States.