In-House
Newark, DE
Insurance Coverage Attorney in Newark, DE
Attorney
1-3 yrs required
No
Counsel
Job ID: R-44265
Job Category: Legal
Workplace Arrangement: Hybrid
Posted Date: May 2, 2025
Who Are We?
At Company, we are dedicated to taking care of our customers, communities, and each other. This commitment has allowed us to maintain our reputation as one of the leading property casualty insurers in the industry for over 160 years. We foster a culture rooted in innovation and collaboration, where you can enjoy what you do and where you do it.
Compensation Overview
The annual base salary range for this position is a nationwide market range, reflecting a broad range of salaries for this role across the country. The actual salary will be determined by various factors, including the scope, complexity, and location of the role, as well as the skills, education, training, credentials, and experience of the candidate. Our comprehensive compensation and benefits program also includes performance-based cash incentive awards.
Salary Range
$101, – $167,
Target Openings
1
What Is the Opportunity?
This is an exciting opportunity for a professional committed to growth and exceptional client service. As a Counsel with Company, you will be responsible for high-quality, proactive case handling, using your legal expertise and litigation skills to manage a caseload of predominantly low to moderate complexity, delivering optimal results for our insured customers. Company provides the strength of a national legal organization committed to your professional development while maintaining a local focus, positioning you as a strong legal advocate and valued business partner.
Job Responsibilities
- Handle a caseload of predominantly low to moderate complexity.
- Develop and apply effective trial skills and techniques to litigate cases to verdict.
- Conduct legal research and demonstrate strong and persuasive legal writing and presentation skills.
- Supervise research projects delegated to Associate Counsel and paralegals.
- Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery, and other documents.
- Attend court events and other appointments independently.
- Learn and understand Claim and client expectations.
- Provide recommendations and case analysis to Claim and insured clients on appropriate file-handling strategies.
- Build and maintain strong internal and external client and business partner relationships.
- Effectively utilize support staff consistent with office protocols and best practices.
- Adhere to all best practices in file handling.
- Utilize available technology, case management system, and automation effectively.
- Travel as required to meet business needs.
- Provide advice and training to Claim partners and clients.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Education and Experience Information
- Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school.
- A minimum of one year of litigation practice or prior legal experience.
- Active license in good standing to practice law in the state(s) where representation is required.
- Valid driver’s license required depending on the location.
Ideal Candidate Qualifications
- 3+ years of prior litigation practice or legal experience is desirable.
- Exposure to insurance litigation work is beneficial.
- Developing a track record of trial skills and techniques.
- Ability to clearly and succinctly articulate positions.
- Ability to analyze legal issues with minimal supervision.
- Commitment to delivering high-quality legal work.
- Collaborative work style and legal acumen.
- Personal commitment to professional development.
- Continued development of technical skills with a goal of handling high complexity/exposure Major Case Unit (MCU) cases.
- Strong research and negotiation skills.
- Decision-making and problem-solving abilities.
- Sense of urgency and responsiveness.
Benefits
- Health Insurance: Coverage for employees and eligible family members, including spouses, domestic partners, and children, from the first day of employment.
- Retirement: Company matches 401(k) contributions dollar-for-dollar up to your first 5% of eligible pay, with an annual maximum. The Paying it Forward Savings Program is available for those with student loan debt, where Company makes an annual contribution into your 401(k) account. Eligible for a Pension Plan fully funded by Company.
- Paid Time Off: Minimum of 20 days Paid Time Off annually, plus nine paid company Holidays.
- Wellness Program: Comprises tools, discounts, and resources to support wellness goals and caregiving needs. Access to free professional counseling services, health coaching, and other resources.
- Volunteer Encouragement: Commitment to community involvement with a Matching Gift and Volunteer Rewards program to support charitable giving.
Employment Practices
Company is an equal opportunity employer, valuing the unique abilities and talents each individual brings and recognizing the benefits of our differences.
In accordance with local law, candidates in Colorado are not required to disclose dates of attendance or graduation from educational institutions.
For questions regarding the physical requirements of this role, please send us an email for assistance.
Company reserves the right to fill this position at a level above or below the level included in this posting.
For more information on our comprehensive benefit programs, please visit our website.
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