Appellate Attorney - Part Time

CURE Auto Insurance (Citizens United Reciprocal Exchange)

Princeton (NJ)

Hybrid

USD 82,656 - 110,208

Part time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off

Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)

Discounted tickets to CURE Arena

Job summary

A leading auto insurance provider is looking for a part-time Appellate Attorney in Princeton, NJ. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of experience in handling auto insurance claims, and 2+ years in handling appeals. Responsibilities include managing appeals and assisting various departments as needed. This role offers a competitive salary, hybrid schedule, and a comprehensive benefits package. Applicants must have a law degree and be licensed to practice in New Jersey, along with excellent advocacy skills and strong technological proficiencies.

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 and appellate procedures.

Responsibilities

Handle appeals as assigned by claims and/or the legal team.
Counsel and assist underwriting, SIU, and other departments as needed.
Draft appellate documents and argue appeals.

Skills

Excellent written and oral advocacy skills

Organized and detail-oriented

Strong software and technological skills

Education

Law degree from an A.B.A. accredited law school

Active law license to practice in New Jersey

Tools

Word

Outlook

Westlaw

Job description

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CURE Auto Insurance (Citizens United Reciprocal Exchange) provided pay range

This range is provided by CURE Auto Insurance (Citizens United Reciprocal Exchange). Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$60.00/hr - $80.00/hr

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

We are looking for an Appellate Attorney who has the following experience:

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

Additional Information

Must have a law degree from an A.B.A. accredited law school and excellent academic credentials
Must have an active law license to practice in New Jersey and a member in good standing with the State Bar of NJ
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.

Schedule: Part‑Time; Flexible Hours!

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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