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Nationwide · 4 days ago

Trial Attorney

Rhode Island, United States

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid Level

3+ years exp

Nationwide is a Fortune 100 company seeking a Trial Attorney to deliver top-quality legal services in support of their mission. The role involves representing clients in litigation under commercial and personal lines insurance policies with moderate to low guidance, managing a caseload of varying complexity.

BankingFinancial ServicesInsuranceLife Insurance

Hiring Manager

Todd Niley

Responsibilities

Demonstrates the requisite trial advocacy skills independently as lead counsel, or as part of a team, demonstrates productivity, proactive case management, work ethic and work product quality to properly and effectively handle all matters in accordance with Nationwide Trial Division (NTD) standard methodology guidelines, as well as claims and client expectations

Requires low to moderate managerial oversight and guidance from the Managing Trial Attorney and NTD Leadership in all aspects of core duties and job responsibilities

Effectively utilizes technology and collaboratively working with support staff to ensure efficient case management and productivity

Demonstrates consistent awareness of changes to the law, technology, local rules and other procedural requirements, or other aspects of the legal and insurance industries likely to impact liability and recovery litigation strategies in the jurisdictions in which he/she practices

Possesses and consistently performs with the subject matter expertise and trial advocacy skills generally required for property and casualty insurance defense or subrogation trial practice. Possesses the ability and willingness to develop and gain the requisite experience and subject matter expertise to eventually hold one or more specialized NTD concentrations required to serve as lead counsel on more complex and higher severity cases

Provides factually, legally and analytically sound opinions consistently on case valuations that are promptly updated and timely communicated to the client and claims

Recognizes and uses opportunities to establish and foster professional relationships within Office of the Chief Legal Officer and claims at the claims manager level and below, as well as with colleagues within the legal and insurance industries within those jurisdictions and communities in which he/she practices

Recognizes opportunities to use established relationships to reinforce NTD’s reputation within the enterprise and local communities

Communicates professionally and effectively in all formats and situations (e.g. verbal, written, client meetings, claims file conferences, etc.). Identify, understand and meet client, claims and internal NTD communication expectations, as well as those commonly expected within the jurisdictions and communities in which he/she practices

Demonstrates consistent dedication to development as a litigation attorney and NTD team member by readily seeking and accepting coaching and feedback. Has a proven understanding and recognition of the importance of engagement, efficiency, attitude, and collaboration to the overall success of the NTD team

Qualification

Licensed in RILitigation experiencePropertyCasualty defenseJuris Doctor degreeAnalytical skillsLegal research techniquesNegotiation skillsEffective communication skillsTime management skills

Required

Licensed in RI

Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school

Maintains an active license in the state in which the position is located

Typically, more than three years of relevant civil litigation experience in property and casualty insurance defense or subrogation

Has moderate litigation experience in property and casualty insurance defense or subrogation

Engages in moderately complex legal practices and procedures

Effective and professional written and verbal communication skills

Highly collaborative, capable to work with staff and other attorneys on-site and remotely

Possesses strong negotiation skills

Ability to process information efficiently and effectively

Excellent analytical and legal skills

Resourceful, creative problem solver

Computer savvy with a working knowledge of basic software and use of same

Capable of adapting to changes in the law and changes to technology in the law and court systems (e.g. electronic filings, etc.)

Strong time management and organization skills

Decision making ability to set work priorities and make recommendations

Strong legal research techniques

Stays in sync with the private practice of law policy and the ethical rules of the state where the position is located

Must also acknowledge and follow all corporate and NTD policies and procedures

Preferred

MA licensure is a plus

Litigation experience in handling the defense of Bodily Injury Auto, Bodily Injury Commercial, Bodily Injury Homeowners, Commercial Auto, Commercial Property, Complex Commercial, Premises Liability, Products Liability, Property Damage, Uninsured & Underinsured Motorist claims preferred

Admission to Federal court a plus

Benefits

Medical/dental/vision

Life insurance

Short and long term disability coverage

Paid time off with newly hired associates receiving a minimum of 18 days paid time off each full calendar year pro-rated quarterly based on hire date

Nine paid holidays

8 hours of Lifetime paid time off

8 hours of Unity Day paid time off

401(k) with company match

Company-paid pension plan

Business casual attire

And more.

Company

Nationwide

Glassdoor3.9

Nationwide, a Fortune 100 company based in Columbus, Ohio, is one of the largest and strongest diversified insurance and financial services organizations in the United States.

Founded in 1925

Columbus, Ohio, USA

10001+ employees