Job Title: Trial Staff Attorney
Job ID: 07858
Division: Legal
Work Location(s): Oregon-Portland
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Position Details: Persons with strong litigation skills in the area of Personal Injury are encouraged to apply; Applicants who are admitted to practice in Washington State Court will be given preference.
Position Objective
This position personally handles moderately complex litigation involving either the corporation and/or its insured within established corporate guidelines and the applicable code of professional responsibility. Litigation includes all aspects of civil litigation, including trials and proceedings in all forums, whether at the local, state or federal level, mediation, arbitration, workers' compensation, and administrative proceedings, and any necessary appellate work. Provides legal advice to assist the timely disposition of claims in a fair and equitable manner consistent with relevant statutes and within the guidelines of the company. Assists Supervisory attorneys on advising and counseling other departments as requested.
Primary Accountabilities
- Inside Litigation (90%)
- Personally handles litigation involving either the corporation and/or its insured within established corporate guidelines and the applicable code of professional responsibility. Handles files and issues of a more complex nature with higher levels of dollar exposure and requiring less oversight. Communicates with client regarding file status and progress.
- Analyzes file as litigation progresses. Analyzes risk to insured and the company. Evaluates cases and seeks settlement authority as necessary.
- Conducts discovery (e.g. written interrogatories, requests for production of documents, and depositions).
- Conducts motion practice.
- Drafts all necessary pleadings, papers and briefs to advance litigation activities at the trial or appellate level. Conducts necessary research in support of drafting activities.
- Advocates client position in all forums (state and federal court, alternative dispute resolution, administrative tribunals and regulatory hearings) and circumstances, both formal and informal. Negotiates effectively in the resolution of claims and other issues.
- Consultation/Advice/Education (5%)
- Stays current on state statutes and court decisions and analyzes how statutes and court decisions affect the interpretation and enforceability of the various policy provisions. May develop areas of specialty practice (e.g. special property, workers` compensation, environmental law, commercial coverage).
- Shares knowledge with Supervisory staff as appropriate.
- Participates in divisional or corporate projects as assigned.
- Develops and delivers presentations for other departments to inform personnel on how the law affects their particular job responsibilities.
- Performs assignments for other divisions and departments.
- Information Management (5%)
- Uses case management system and related software effectively.
- Creates and maintains files in the case management system.
- Adjusts reserves to reflect company exposure based upon file information available at that time.
- Follows and complies with business processes and procedures.
Job Competencies
- Achieve Results
- Be Accountable
- Maximize Customer Experience
- Formal Presentation
- Negotiation
- Problem Solving
- Relationship Building
- Technical Expertise
Education/Licenses/Designations
- Admission to the State Bar in state where they are located or eligibility for admission to the bar and obtaining admission within a year of hiring.
- Juris Doctor.
Specialized Knowledge and Skills Requirements
- Demonstrated experience preparing civil pleadings, motions and discovery and deposing witnesses.
- Demonstrated litigation experience.
- Solid knowledge and understanding of rules of Professional Responsibility for the jurisdiction in which they practice.
- Solid knowledge and understanding of tort, contract, and insurance law.
- Valid driver's license required plus an acceptable driving record.
Travel Requirements
- This position requires travel up to 50% of the time.
Physical Demands
- This position requires the ability to work with close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less) for extended periods of time.
- This position requires the ability to talk between 33 and 66% of the time.
Position Details
• Offer to selected candidate will be made contingent on the results of background checks.
• We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, life and dental insurance, a 401(K) plan, paid holidays, vacation and sick leave and the opportunity for career development.
• Relocation assistance is available.
GD-00, LI:MW1
Please review the job requirements.
Job ID: 07858
Division: Legal
Work Location(s): Oregon-Portland
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Position Details: Persons with strong litigation skills in the area of Personal Injury are encouraged to apply; Applicants who are admitted to practice in Washington State Court will be given preference.
Position Objective
This position personally handles moderately complex litigation involving either the corporation and/or its insured within established corporate guidelines and the applicable code of professional responsibility. Litigation includes all aspects of civil litigation, including trials and proceedings in all forums, whether at the local, state or federal level, mediation, arbitration, workers' compensation, and administrative proceedings, and any necessary appellate work. Provides legal advice to assist the timely disposition of claims in a fair and equitable manner consistent with relevant statutes and within the guidelines of the company. Assists Supervisory attorneys on advising and counseling other departments as requested.
Primary Accountabilities
- Inside Litigation (90%)
- Personally handles litigation involving either the corporation and/or its insured within established corporate guidelines and the applicable code of professional responsibility. Handles files and issues of a more complex nature with higher levels of dollar exposure and requiring less oversight. Communicates with client regarding file status and progress.
- Analyzes file as litigation progresses. Analyzes risk to insured and the company. Evaluates cases and seeks settlement authority as necessary.
- Conducts discovery (e.g. written interrogatories, requests for production of documents, and depositions).
- Conducts motion practice.
- Drafts all necessary pleadings, papers and briefs to advance litigation activities at the trial or appellate level. Conducts necessary research in support of drafting activities.
- Advocates client position in all forums (state and federal court, alternative dispute resolution, administrative tribunals and regulatory hearings) and circumstances, both formal and informal. Negotiates effectively in the resolution of claims and other issues.
- Consultation/Advice/Education (5%)
- Stays current on state statutes and court decisions and analyzes how statutes and court decisions affect the interpretation and enforceability of the various policy provisions. May develop areas of specialty practice (e.g. special property, workers` compensation, environmental law, commercial coverage).
- Shares knowledge with Supervisory staff as appropriate.
- Participates in divisional or corporate projects as assigned.
- Develops and delivers presentations for other departments to inform personnel on how the law affects their particular job responsibilities.
- Performs assignments for other divisions and departments.
- Information Management (5%)
- Uses case management system and related software effectively.
- Creates and maintains files in the case management system.
- Adjusts reserves to reflect company exposure based upon file information available at that time.
- Follows and complies with business processes and procedures.
Job Competencies
- Achieve Results
- Be Accountable
- Maximize Customer Experience
- Formal Presentation
- Negotiation
- Problem Solving
- Relationship Building
- Technical Expertise
Education/Licenses/Designations
- Admission to the State Bar in state where they are located or eligibility for admission to the bar and obtaining admission within a year of hiring.
- Juris Doctor.
Specialized Knowledge and Skills Requirements
- Demonstrated experience preparing civil pleadings, motions and discovery and deposing witnesses.
- Demonstrated litigation experience.
- Solid knowledge and understanding of rules of Professional Responsibility for the jurisdiction in which they practice.
- Solid knowledge and understanding of tort, contract, and insurance law.
- Valid driver's license required plus an acceptable driving record.
Travel Requirements
- This position requires travel up to 50% of the time.
Physical Demands
- This position requires the ability to work with close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less) for extended periods of time.
- This position requires the ability to talk between 33 and 66% of the time.
Position Details
• Offer to selected candidate will be made contingent on the results of background checks.
• We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, life and dental insurance, a 401(K) plan, paid holidays, vacation and sick leave and the opportunity for career development.
• Relocation assistance is available.
GD-00, LI:MW1
Please review the job requirements.
