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Insurance Attorney / Litigation Attorney in Chicago, IL

Nationwide Mutual Insurance Company. Aug 21,2014 Aug 09,2014 Location USA Chicago IL
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In-House

Attorney

Litigation

Insurance Coverage

Litigation - Whistleblower - CFTC

Min 8 yrs required

Profile

Trial Attorney III Duties: Provides legal representation for clients in matters of higher-risk. Reviews and evaluates assigned cases. Prepares and tries cases in all courts and agencies. Communicates with Claims and clients. Provides related legal advice and services Fosters and develops relationships with Claims. Might assist in mentoring other trial attorneys and paralegals. Reports to Managing Attorney. Leads or works directly on high risk and/or complicated legal matters, representing clients in trials or hearings before courts or agencies, including appeals and arbitrations. May be specialized in one or more areas of law or lines of business. May handle cases at an appellate level and/or in Federal Court. Reviews and evaluates cases and lawsuits. Maintains billable hour requirement. Prepares and tries cases of high complexity and exposure in all courts and agencies, including cases involving toxic substances, extensive injuries, permanent injuries and/or ongoing treatment. Cases may involve inflammatory factors (DUI, death of a child, egregious behavior). Works with client and claims to establish, communicates and implements Litigation Plan. Keeps client and Claims fully informed. Obtains meaningful discovery, takes depositions, and participates in motions practice as warranted. Recognizes, participates and promotes settlement opportunities. Negotiates as authorized; settlement value requires adjuster¿s second level manager approval. Demonstrated proficiency interpreting Insurance contracts and coverage issues. Follows established NTD Best Practices Guidelines; may conduct training for Claims. Fosters and develops relationship with Claims; has contact with Claims management.

Qualification and Experience

Requirements: J.D. degree or equivalent. Currently licensed as an attorney in an appropriate U.S. jurisdiction. Active Illinois Bar License and workers compensation litigation experience is required for the role. 8+ years of relevant civil litigation, trial experience and/or agency hearing representation experience. A skilled attorney in an area of law relevant to insurance practice. Expertise in a specialized area of law. Engages in complex legal practices and procedures. Adherence to Private Practice of Law Policy.

Additional info

Job ID: 22563

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