Insurance Defense - General Attorney in Southfield, MI

In-House

Southfield, MI

Insurance Defense - General Attorney in Southfield, MI

Attorney

12-15 yrs required

No

Job Title: Civil Litigation Attorney

Job Responsibilities:
As a Civil Litigation Attorney at the company, you will be part of a team that provides legal representation to the insured clients of the company before courts and arbitration panels in all aspects of litigation. Your key responsibilities will include:

- Handling a moderate caseload consisting of cases with moderate to complex exposure, particularly in areas such as automobile negligence, general liability, no-fault Personal Injury Protection (PIP), and Uninsured/Underinsured Motorist (UM/UIM) matters.
- Meeting with claims professionals to resolve cases in the most cost-effective manner.
- Developing theories and affirmative defenses to respond to incoming lawsuits.
- Engaging in routine motion practice, discovery, and legal research.
- Conducting trials and arbitrations.
- Periodically presenting to claims partners on new developments in the law.

Education and Experience Information:
To apply for this position, candidates must possess the following qualifications and experience:

- A minimum of 12 to 15 years of litigation experience, with first chair trial experience considered a plus.
- Admission to the bar and licensed to practice law in the jurisdictions where assigned.
- A valid driver's license and an acceptable Motor Vehicle Record (MVR).
- The ability to maintain confidentiality.

Desired skills and experience include:

- Proficiency in computer literacy, including MS Word, Lexis/Westlaw, and daily management of e-mail and calendar.
- Ability to work in a team environment with other attorneys, adjusters, claims professionals, and support staff.
- Strong investigative skills, with the ability to follow up step by step on inquiries or observations.
- Demonstrated ability in legal research, locating cases, treaties, codified laws, and statutes aimed at the discovery and interpretation of law.
- Courtroom skills, including appropriate attire, decorum, and familiarity with rules and regulations governing proceedings and conduct in courts of law or other legal forums and tribunals.
- Dedication to providing the highest professional service to clients and claims professionals.

Salary Information:
The position is categorized under "Pay Type: Salary." Specific salary details are not provided in the text.

Career Development:
The company emphasizes career development, offering support through on-the-job experiences, personalized coaching, and robust learning and development programs to help you grow and develop at every level.

Benefits:
The company offers comprehensive benefits designed to help employees maintain health, build financial security, and balance work and home life. Benefits include:

- Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
- 401K with a company match.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Paid Time Off (PTO).
- Company-paid holidays.
- Flexible work arrangements.
- Cultural Awareness Day in support of Inclusion, Diversity, and Equity (IDE).
- On-site medical/wellness center (specific to Worcester location).

EEO Statement:
The company values diversity in the workplace and among its customers. It provides equal employment and promotion opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants based on experience, training, education, and ability, 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.

The company is committed to maintaining a workplace free of discrimination and harassment, ensuring equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities who may request reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application or interview process or to perform essential job functions.

Privacy Policy:
Applicants who are California residents can view the types of information collected from applicants and employees and how it is used by visiting the company's privacy policy and online privacy statement.