Senior Trial Attorney

Global Technical Talent; Worcester; Hybrid; GBP 63,000 - 91,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading staffing firm seeks a Senior Trial Attorney based in Worcester, TX, to manage civil cases with a focus on efficient resolutions. The role involves client interaction, trial conduct, and legal advice. Candidates must be licensed in Texas and possess strong advocacy, negotiation, and communication skills. This position offers onsite flexibility and is ideal for those with insurance defense experience.

Qualifications

• Licensed to practice law in Texas.
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable MVR.
• Experience in a team environment with attorneys, adjusters, claims professionals, and support staff.

Responsibilities

• Meet with clients and claims professionals to resolve cases efficiently and cost-effectively.
• Conduct pre-trials, mediations, arbitrations, and other necessary legal proceedings.
• Negotiate settlements within given parameters.

Skills

Advocacy

Negotiation Skills

Communication

Tools

MS Word

Lexis/Westlaw

Job description

Overview

Senior Trial Attorney located in Worcester, TX (onsite flexibility: Remote). Direct placement role that independently manages and litigates moderately complex civil cases from initiation through dismissal, settlement, or trial. Collaborates with adjusters and clients to achieve efficient, cost-effective resolutions and mentors developing attorneys.

Responsibilities

• Meet with clients and claims professionals to resolve cases efficiently and cost-effectively.
• Conduct pre-trials, mediations, arbitrations, and other necessary legal proceedings.
• Independently conduct trials as needed.
• Advise claim professionals on legal file evaluations.
• Provide legal advice to clients and claims professionals as required.
• Negotiate settlements within given parameters.
• Participate in round table discussions.

Required Experience

• Licensed to practice law in Texas.
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable MVR.
• Experience in a team environment with attorneys, adjusters, claims professionals, and support staff.
• Computer literacy, including MS Word, Lexis/Westlaw, and daily email/calendar management.

Nice-to-Have Experience

• Insurance defense jury trial experience.

Required Skills

• Advocacy — Strong ability to defend or plead in moderately complex cases.
• Negotiation Skills — Demonstrated influence on claim outcomes through effective techniques.
• Communication — Skilled at translating legal concepts into layman’s terms.

Preferred Skills

• Decision-making under complex circumstances.
• Strong organizational skills for managing workload and priorities.
• Investigative skills for collecting evidence.

Additional Skills

• Legal research and analysis.
• Courtroom presence and decorum.
• Career development and proactive skill-building.
• Trial preparation and presentation.
• Industry knowledge of property and casualty insurance.
• Adaptability and resilience.
• Mentoring and teaching abilities.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• Use of standard office equipment.
• Ability to sit/stand for extended periods.
• Remote work with occasional on-site requirements.
• Travel as necessary.
• Potential for work over 40 hours/week.
• Fast-paced and changing environment.
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle.

About the Client

U.S. property and casualty insurance company providing comprehensive coverage for businesses, homes, and automobiles. Distributed through independent agents and brokers, offering value and protection.

About GTT

GTT is a minority-owned staffing firm and a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation, a Native American-owned company in Alaska. As a Native American-owned, economically disadvantaged corporation, we highly value diverse and inclusive workplaces. Our clients are Fortune 500 banking, insurance, financial services, and technology companies, along with some of the nation’s largest life sciences, biotech, utility, and retail companies across the U.S. and Canada.

Job Number & Hashtags

Job Number: 25-24685
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