Support Attorney

Overview

This role involves providing legal support under the supervision of a senior attorney, focusing on trial support, depositions, preparation of trial documents, law and motion documents, court appearances, research, medical record review, and other case-specific assignments. The position offers extensive experience in pre-trial litigation, including case evaluation from initial file assignment through trial and post-trial procedures.

Responsibilities

• Support pre-trial litigation activities including case evaluation from initial assignment through trial and post-trial processes.
• 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 personal injury lawsuit defenses.
• Supervise and direct subordinate legal staff such as paralegals, secretaries, transcriptionists, and support specialists to ensure accurate and timely completion of work.

Requirements

• Law degree and admission to the bar in the practicing state(s) are required.
• Effective communication, persuasion, writing, and analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal direction and strong organizational skills.
• Must be able to travel by automobile up to 20% of the work time and meet established driving history and license requirements.

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.
• Competitive compensation package.
• Flexibility to work from anywhere in the United States for most positions.
• Paid time off including vacation, sick leave, 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.
• Opportunities for professional and personal development.
• Education assistance and promotional opportunities.
• Health and wellbeing resources including free mental wellbeing therapy/coaching sessions and child and eldercare resources.

Location

• Position may require in-person interviews during the hiring process.

The organization is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.