• Provides prompt and accurate advice to court personnel regarding cases pending before the court and on other court-related issues. • Conducts legal research and reviews case records and filings. • Acts on certain motions within the delegated authority of the Clerk’s Office. • Screens appeals for jurisdictional and procedural issues and oral argument. • Works on special projects related to the operations of the Clerk’s Office. • Provides information to litigants and attorneys. • Serves as a legal resource for Clerk’s office staff. • Acts on certain motions within the delegated authority of the Clerk’s Office; refers other motions to other Clerk’s office staff, the Staff Attorneys’ office, or chambers as appropriate. • Provides procedural information to pro se litigants or counsel by responding to telephone inquiries and replying to correspondence.

Title: Research Librarian Location: Sterling Mem Library New Haven, Connecticut Job Description: Working at Yale means contributing to a better tomorrow. Whether you are a current resident of our New Haven-based community, eligible for opportunities through the New Haven Hiring Initiative, or a newcomer, interested in exploring all that Yale has to offer, your talents and contributions are welcome. Discover your opportunities at Yale!     Overview ReportingtotheDirector of Access Services and Operations,theResearch Librarian leadsBeinecke Library’s reference program. Leads the design and managementofan onsite andremote reference programfor the Beinecke Librarythat provides researchassistanceviain-person,email, phone, and zoom, to track and respond to8-10,000 inquiries annually.Trains, engages, and coordinates reference program participants from across Beinecke Libraryand YaleLibraryspecial collections.Serves as a leaderinYale Library specialcollections’efforts to providean excellentuser experience.Collects statisticsand generatesreportsthat helpassesstheimpactof Beinecke and YaleLibraryspecial collections on the work of the Yale Libraryandsupportscommunity-wide strategic assessment.Collaborateswith colleagues acrossYaleLibrary to continually evaluate and improve reference services.Hiresandsupervisesstudents as needed. Serves as YaleLibraryspecial collections community-wide resource on provision of referenceandrelateduserservices.Contributes to the development of research support tools.   Design, manage, and assess foreffectivenessadynamicreference operation in the Beinecke Libraryto provide onsite and remote referenceassistance.Provide opportunities for staff across the Beineckeand YaleLibraryspecial collectionsto engage with the reference operation and shareexpertisewith researchers. information aboutprocesses and workflows withcommunityat large.Participatein library system-wide planning, committees, and work groups, and engage in campus, regional and national professionalorganizationsand collaborative activities. Monitors developments and best practices elsewhere to help ensure the excellence of Beinecke and YaleLibraryreferenceand userservices. Hire and supervise students as needed.   Librarian ranking information can be found at:http://bit.ly/YULRanksPromotions. Required Skills and Abilities 1.Demonstrated ability providing reference services in a specialcollectionsrepository. 2. Demonstrated ability interpreting bibliographic records and archival finding aids; searching catalogs, databases, and other discovery tools; and explaining the use of these tools to researchers. 3. Active and substantive participation in regional,nationaland international professional activities relating to the use of modern documentary resources. 4. Proven ability to manage, lead, and direct staff inaccomplishingboth individual and collective goals. Ability to train staff at all levels. 5. Ability to prioritize effectively among competing demandswith a focus on providing excellent patron experience. Ability to solve problems collaboratively and creatively.   Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including in explaining complex processes in a way that is easy for both novice and experienced researchersunderstand. Preferred Skills and Abilities 1. Experience providing or leading the provision of reference services in an academic specialcollectionsrepository. 2. Graduate courseworkrequiringresearch and writing based on primary sources. 3. Experience withspecialcollectionscirculationand trackingsystems (e.g., Aeon). 4. Experience withspecialcollectionsassessment, reporting, and impact analysis.   Principal Responsibilities   1. Provides research support to students and faculty in academic departments, schools, and research centers through consultations, instruction sessions, and in-person and virtual reference services. Supports research and raises awareness of information resources through outreach efforts such as department-based office hours, blogs, RSS feeds, mailing list messages, and workshops. 2. Creates and maintains online guides and other research support tools. Collaborates with librarians, GIS specialists, archivists and other providers of information resources to support research and teaching. 3. Develops library collections in all formats. Works closely with the Director of Collection Development, collection, acquisitions and cataloging librarians, and staff on acquiring and receiving resources in all formats (print, databases, datasets, images, a/v, etc.) and preparing them for availability to users. 4. Participates in departmental library research support and collections program planning. 5. Participates in library system-wide planning, committees, and work groups, and engages in campus, regional and national professional organizations and collaborative activities. Monitors developments and best practices elsewhere to help ensure the excellence of Yale’s collections and research support services. 6. May be required to assist with disaster recovery efforts. 7. May perform other duties as assigned.   Required Education and Experience 1. Master’s degree from an ALA-accredited library school. In selected instances, a post-graduate degree in a related discipline may be required or substituted for a master’s degree in library science. 2. Demonstrated excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communications and analytical ability. 3. Demonstrated record of designing projects and bringing them to a conclusion in a timely fashion. 4. Experience working collegially and cooperatively within and across organizations. 5. Experience working collaboratively and independently with varied groups within a complex organization and rapidly changing, team environment. Yale University assigns ranks to librarian positions based on a combination of professional experience and accomplishments (see range assigned to this description as noted in the posting position title). Librarian ranking information can be found at: http://www.library.yale.edu/about/departments/lhr/rank.html Job Category Professional Bargaining Unit NON Compensation Grade Library Compensation Grade Profile (LIB) Salary Range $68,000.00 - $145,250.00 Time Type Full time Duration Type Staff Work Model Hybrid Background Check Requirements   All candidates for employment will be subject to pre-employment background screening for this position, which may include motor vehicle, DOT certification, drug testing and credit checks basedon the position description and job requirements. All offers are contingent upon the successful completion of the background check. For additional information on the background check requirements and process visit "Learn about background checks" under the Applicant Support Resources section of Careers on the It's Your Yale website.   Health Requirements Certain positions have associated health requirements based on specific job responsibilities. These may include vaccinations, tests, or examinations, as required by law, regulation, or university policy. Posting Disclaimer   Salary offers are determined by a candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and education in relation to the position requirements, along with the role’s grade profile and current internal and external market conditions. The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the essential functions that will be required of the position and should not be construed as a declaration of specific duties and responsibilities of the position. Employees will be assigned specific job-related duties throughtheir hiring department. The University is committed to basing judgments concerning the admission, education, and employment of individuals upon their qualifications and abilities and seeks to attract to its faculty, staff, and student body qualified persons from a broad range of backgrounds and perspectives. In accordance with this policy and as delineated by federal and Connecticut law, Yale does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment against any individual on account of that individual’s sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, age, disability, status as a special disabled veteran, veteran of the Vietnam era or other covered veteran. Inquiries concerning Yale's Policy Against Discrimination and Harassment may be referred to the Office of Institutional Equity and Accessibility (OIEA).   Note   Yale University is a tobacco-free campus.

Title: Lawyers Professional Liability Underwriting Specialist Location: Windsor United States Job Description: Our Professional Liability Underwriting team is seeking an Underwriting Specialist who specializes in Lawyers Professional Liability to join in our Windsor, CT office. This is a full time, exempt role. This is a remote or hybrid opportunity. Qualified candidates outside of these locations will be considered and are encouraged to apply. POSITION OVERVIEW: Responsible for identifying, soliciting, underwriting and selling new and renewal Professional Liability accounts that drive profitable growth and align with Professional Liability team goals. Apply technical, sales and analytical skills to provide insurance solutions that help Hanover's customers manage risk. Demonstrates a thorough understanding of Hanover's strategies and appetites and will use internal and external data to make appropriate individual and portfolio risk decisions. Operates with limited daily supervision, seeks technical direction for matters outside one's authority and general expertise. Operates within a standard letter of authority for all underwriting decisions while managing a book of business, generally with moderate to high technical complexity and coordination. IN THIS ROLE, YOU WILL: Technical Underwriting: Know and apply underwriting concepts including risk selection, exposure and hazard identification and control, coverage implications, and loss analysis. Use all appropriate underwriting tools, disciplines, and strategies to ensure underwriting guidelines are followed. Understand pricing components and rating methodology and correlates pricing to exposures. When presented with minimal information on a risk, instinctively know the key questions to ask to ascertain the full scope of operations and the key exposures and needed controls. Complete file documentation according to best practices guidelines and can clearly explain account decisions. Provide clear and concise rating instructions for quotes prior to generating proposal for presentation to the agent. Portfolio Management & Financial Acumen: Manage assigned portfolio to achieve gross written premium, profitability, rate, retention, product mix, new business, and portfolio management goals, by use of proven pipeline and marketing practices. Developing an understanding of various financial reporting information and insurance performance measures in the management of risk. Demonstrate an understanding of the market factors that can affect pricing and how it correlates to individual's book, agency's book, the region, and countrywide. Prepare or analyze information on underwriting decisions, rate, underwriting requirements, company appetite, status, and declinations to drive results within the assigned territory. Familiarize oneself with other Hanover departments for leveraging growth in areas of business where portfolio could be more balanced. Sales Management: Can negotiate and close accounts aligned with business strategy. Ability to profile assigned agency plant and to strategically market our capabilities to agents. Keeps current on state/territory issues, regulations, and trends. Utilize market and competitor information to enhance relationships and individual account decision making. Prioritize and develop effective relationship management and producer activities to build trust, facilitate negotiation, and secure commitment to improve yield and retention ratios. Operate with a franchise perspective to identify additional sell opportunities to create growth within other LOB's and customer segments. Partner with other business units to deliver comprehensive insurance solutions. Demonstrate in-depth knowledge of Hanover's products and appetite while clearly communicating Hanover's position at the point of sale. Build and maintain rigorous sales practices using all systems, sales tools and disciplines outlined in the sales best practices. Make presentations to agents and customers. Utilize department and Specialty partners to augment sales process. Effectively utilize Claims and Loss Control to display service and/or technical expertise with present and future customers. WHAT YOU NEED TO APPLY: Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience. 3-5+ years of Professional Liability experience. LPL experience strongly preferred. 3+ years of experience driving agency relationships resulting in profitable new and renewal business as well as complex accounts. Demonstrates ability to adapt quickly to change, identify, analyze, and solve problems and willingness to being open to new and different ways of thinking. Strong communication, prioritization, desk management, and decision making skills needed. Ability to travel as needed (~10%). CAREER DEVELOPMENT: It's not just a job, it's a career, and we are here to support you every step of the way. We want you to be successful and fulfilled. Through on-the-job experiences, personalized coaching and our robust learning and development programs, we encourage you - at every level - to grow and develop. BENEFITS: We offer comprehensive benefits to help you be healthy, build financial security, and balance work and home life. At The Hanover, you'll enjoy what you do and have the support you need to succeed. Benefits include: Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance 401K with a company match Tuition reimbursement PTO Company paid holidays Flexible work arrangements Cultural Awareness Day in support of IDE On-site medical/wellness center (Worcester only) Click here for the full list of Benefits EEO statement: The Hanover values diversity in the workplace and among our customers. The company provides equal opportunity for employment and promotion to all qualified employees and applicants on the basis of experience, training, education, and ability to do the available work without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex/gender, sexual orientation, national origin, gender identity, disability, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, ancestry or any other status protected by law. Furthermore, The Hanover Insurance Group is committed to providing an equal opportunity workplace that is free of discrimination and harassment based on national origin, race, color, religion, gender, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, marital status, veteran status, genetic information or any other status protected by law.

• Represent clients in court trials, hearings, arbitrations, and mediations. • Develop case strategies and present arguments before judges and juries. • Conduct legal research and draft pleadings, motions, and briefs. • Interview witnesses, gather evidence, and prepare for trial. • Negotiate settlements and plea agreements when appropriate. • Provide legal advice and guidance to clients on litigation matters. • Work collaboratively with legal teams, paralegals, and investigators. • Stay up to date with changes in laws, regulations, and legal precedents. • Manage and supervise junior attorneys and support staff. • Review and analyze complex employment law documents and contracts. • Monitor compliance with court deadlines and procedural requirements. • Participate in client development and business generation activities. • Maintain detailed case files and documentation. • Develop and implement litigation budgets. • Coordinate with expert witnesses and consultants.