Appellate Attorney

Citizens United Reciprocal Exchange; Princeton (NJ); On-site; USD 130,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off

Life and Disability Insurance

Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)

Job summary

A leading auto insurance company in Princeton, NJ seeks an experienced appellate attorney. The candidate will manage appeals for automobile insurance claims, requiring at least 5 years of relevant experience and a strong legal background. Competitive salary and benefits, including health insurance and a 401k plan. This role supports a hybrid work schedule.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of civil litigation experience in automobile insurance claims.
• 5+ years handling claims from inception to conclusion.
• Must know appellate procedures and insurance coverage laws.

Responsibilities

• Handle assigned appeals regarding insurance claims.
• Assist other departments as needed.
• Counsel on claims and appeals handling.

Skills

Excellent written and oral advocacy skills

Detailed-oriented

Strong technological skills

Ability to manage files independently

Education

Law degree from an ABA-accredited law school

Active law license in New Jersey

Tools

Westlaw

Word

Outlook

Job description

CURE Auto Insurance is a leading direct writer of auto insurance in New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Michigan. CURE offers a great working environment, competitive salary, and comprehensive benefits package which includes health and dental coverage, life and disability insurance, 401k with generous company match, and much more!

Responsibilities

We have a unique opportunity for an experienced appellate attorney with 3+ years of civil litigation experience in handling automobile insurance claims and 2+ years handling appeals of automobile insurance claims. Extensive knowledge of No-fault insurance and insurance coverage is required. The successful candidate will handle appeals as assigned by claims and/or the legal team. The successful candidate may also counsel and assist underwriting, SIU, and other departments in the company as needed. Experience handling BI, UM, and auto physical damage coverage matters is also preferred. The role has the possibility for a leadership position in the legal department as work of this nature grows and more associates are needed. The scope of this role may expand as the operation develops and our growth continues in the market.

All candidates must possess excellent academic credentials, outstanding written and oral advocacy skills and strong software/technological skills including competency in Word, Outlook and Westlaw. Competitive candidates will be well-organized, detail-oriented, and be able to independently manage their files. This is an amazing opportunity for someone looking to grow with the company.

The firm is located in Princeton, NJ. We provide a congenial, team-oriented professional work environment with skilled support staff, a competitive salary, and exceptional benefits. We currently operate under a hybrid schedule.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience handling automobile insurance claims from inception to conclusion
• 2+ years handling appeals of automobile insurance claims
• Extensive knowledge of local and state discovery rules, appellate procedures and applicable substantive law, particularly relating to all types of automobile insurance claims
• Experience drafting appellate documents and arguing appeals
• Experience directing support staff on clerical and administrative matters related to handling of appeals
• Experience working in a paperless electronic environment
• Strong automation/technological skills for courtroom presentation
• Must have a law degree from an ABA-accredited law school and excellent academic credentials
• Must have an active law license to practice in New Jersey and be a member in good standing with the State Bar of NJ

Additional Information

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid time off (vacation, sick leave, and holidays)
• FSA and HRA
• Parental leave opportunities
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
• Discounted tickets to CURE Arena in NJ
• Voluntary Benefits (Pet Insurance, ID & Fraud, Accident & Illness, and more!)

Physical Actions/Environment: Required job duties consist of prompt and regular attendance, ability to frequently move about the office to coordinate work with others; standing, sitting and typing for extended periods; and lifting and/or carrying up to 5 lbs. Ability to frequently communicate with others in-person, on the phone/virtually, and in writing. Ability to read, understand, process and evaluate large amounts of technical information and make related, informed decisions.

Salary: $130,000 - $170,000 annually based on experience

Schedule: Full-Time; Mondays – Fridays, 8:30am-5pm

Location: Princeton, NJ

We recruit, hire, employ, train and promote, and compensate individuals based on job-related qualifications and abilities. We respect the dignity and worth of each individual and are committed to an employment environment that is free from all forms of employment discrimination.

CURE Auto Insurance provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Disclaimer: This job description reflects management's assignment of essential functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. This job description may be subject to change at any time.

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