Founded in 1810, The Hartford is one of the nation's largest investment and insurance companies. As an employer, The Hartford has been named among the region's
Senior Staff Attorney – Insurance Defense
Location
Nevada
Posted
2 days ago
Salary
$132.4K - $198.6K / year
Seniority
Senior
Job Description
Senior Staff Attorney – Insurance Defense
The Hartford
• Handle complex and high exposure litigation • Analyze intricate substantive and procedural legal and factual issues, conduct extensive, well-reasoned legal research, independently develop and present defense strategies on behalf of clients • Prepare complex pleadings, written discovery, depositions, motions and briefs in support of defense strategies without supervision because of level of experience and expertise • Provide effective and timely communications, information, legal advice and other services to clients and claims customers on legal and factual issues in a technology driven environment • Communicate with the court, witnesses, opposing counsel and co-counsel in a manner consistent with established office procedures • Provide for the prompt, efficient and effective disposition of assigned cases • Independently prepare and present witnesses and evidence at trials, judicial and administrative hearings and alternative dispute resolutions • Research, draft, file and argue appellate briefs in reviewing courts on behalf of clients • Provide opinions to Managing Attorney, Assistant Managing Attorney, staff, clients and claims customers
Job Requirements
- Juris Doctorate (JD) from accredited law school and license to practice in Nevada state and local federal courts
- Member in good standing of applicable Bar Association
- Minimum of 5 years of tort legal experience
- Documented first chair jury trial/appellate expertise preferred
- Strong legal research and writing skills
- Excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize duties and time are a must
- Strong communication, computer and technological skills and the ability to quickly leverage new software and AI tools as required
- Demonstrated expertise and familiarity in the handling of claim cases and litigation
Benefits
- Other rewards may include short-term or annual bonuses
- long-term incentives
- on-the-spot recognition
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