Managing Trial Attorney - Workers Comp

Min 10 yrs required

Full-time

No

In this role, you will manage a team of attorneys and paralegals in Nationwide's Trial Division (NTD) with a concentration in Workers Compensation. You will have the opportunity to influence and drive the office's reputation, performance and health in alignment with Nationwide's overall mission and NTD's strategic objectives. This position offers a hybrid work environment with the possibility of fully remote work depending on location.

Responsibilities:

• Implement and lead all aspects of NTD standard methodologies, processes and guidelines, providing training as needed.
• Partner with National Practice Group Associate Vice Presidents on any performance-related matters regarding specialty areas.
• Maintain and promote good relationships with clients and claims management.
• Lead attorney, paralegal and/or support staff performance and efficiency for assigned office.
• Assist with the preparation of various business reports in order to manage office.
• Co-manage and coordinate all administrative functions, including expense management, for the office.
• Monitor and respond to office growth demands or reductions in workforce, including staffing, physical plan and technology needs.
• Plan and coordinate projects regarding systems and processes changes.

Key Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
• Active license in the state where the position is located.
• 10+ years of relevant civil litigation, trial experience, and jury trial experience as lead counsel preferred.
• Management experience required.
• Expertise in highly complex matters of law.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong negotiation skills.
• Excellent analytical and legal skills.
• Creative problem solver.
• Computer savvy with a solid understanding of basic software and use of same.
• Good time management and organization skills.
• Comfortable ,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, retirement, and paid time off.

Job Title:
• Managing Trial Attorney - Workers Comp

Experience:
• 10+ years of relevant civil litigation, trial experience, and jury trial experience as lead counsel preferred.
• Management experience required.

Education:
• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.

Location:
• California

Employment Type:
• Full time

Posted On:
• Posted 14 Days Ago

Job Requisition ID:
• 87006

Company Overview:
Nationwide Insurance is a Fortune 100 company that is dedicated to protecting people, businesses and futures with extraordinary care. The Legal team plays a crucial role in supporting this mission by delivering top-quality legal services.

As a Managing Trial Attorney (MTA) in Nationwide's Trial Division (NTD), you will have the opportunity to lead a team of attorneys and paralegals, manage office operations, and handle cases directly. This position offers a hybrid work environment with the possibility of fully remote work depending on location.

Responsibilities:

• Implement and lead all aspects of NTD standard methodologies, processes and guidelines, providing training as needed.
• Partner with National Practice Group Associate Vice Presidents on any performance-related matters regarding specialty areas.
• Maintain and promote good relationships with clients and claims management.
• Lead attorney, paralegal and/or support staff performance and efficiency for assigned office.
• Assist with the preparation of various business reports in order to manage office.
• Co-manage and coordinate all administrative functions, including expense management, for the office.
• Monitor and respond to office growth demands or reductions in workforce, including staffing, physical plan and technology needs.
• Plan and coordinate projects regarding systems and processes changes.

Key Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
• Active license in the state where the position is located.
• 10+ years of relevant civil litigation, trial experience, and jury trial experience as lead counsel preferred.
• Management experience required.
• Expertise in highly complex matters of law.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong negotiation skills.
• Excellent analytical and legal skills.
• Creative problem solver.
• Computer savvy with a solid understanding of basic software and use of same.
• Good time management and organization skills.
• Comfortable ,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including

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Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school

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Qualification and Experience Juris Doctor degree and active law license

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