Litigation Attorney - Professional Liability/D&O

Hanover Insurance Group, Inc.; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Hanover Insurance Group, Inc. seeks a Texas-licensed attorney to join our Staff Counsel group to defend insureds in professional and general liability matters, D&O, and real estate/title disputes.

The role involves handling demand letters, agency charges, subpoenas, and lawsuits from inception to resolution, with collaboration from adjusters and insureds to expedite outcomes. The position offers flexible work arrangements, with remote, in-office, or hybrid options, and requires travel to court

Qualifications

• Must be licensed to practice law in Texas (state and federal courts).
• At least 10+ years of civil litigation experience, defense preferred.

Responsibilities

• Defend claims against Hanover insureds in general liability, real estate/title issues, HOA, D&O and related matters.
• Independently conduct depositions, pre-trial discovery, mediations, arbitrations, trials and other proceedings.
• Maintain frequent communications with claims professionals and clients regarding case status and evaluations.
• Provide legal advice to insureds and claim professionals and assist with strategy development.
• Negotiate settlements as directed and participate in rounds at various stages of litigation.

Skills

Licensed in Texas

Civil litigation experience

Trial experience

Independent work

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Our Staff Counsel is seeking an Attorney licensed and residing in Texas, to join a legal team committed to excellence, collaboration, and professional integrity. This role offers the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to a high‑caliber practice while working alongside colleagues who value sound judgment, partnership, and exceptional client service

Position Overview:

As a member of our Texas Staff Counsel group, this attorney will be primarily responsible for handling the defense of claims made against companies in professional liability disputes, D&O matters, Real Estate/title issues and litigation, HOA litigation, and general liability matters. This attorney will be responsible for responding to demand letters, state and federal agency charges, subpoenas, and lawsuits which have been filed against Hanover’s insureds. This attorney will also be responsible for investigation and management of assigned cases from the inception of the lawsuit until conclusion through dismissal, settlement, or trial, and working with adjusters and insureds to resolve claims as expeditiously and efficiently as possible.

Hanover offers flexible work arrangements, and this role can be performed remotely, in-office, or hybrid.

In this role you will:

• Handles a caseload which includes defending Hanover’s insureds in connection with pre-litigation and litigated disputes in the areas of general liability, real estate/title issues, HOA, D&O, and miscellaneous professional liability.

• Independently conducts depositions, pre-trial discovery, mediations, arbitrations, trials, or any other legal activity required to resolve cases.
• Frequent communications with claim professionals and clients concerning the status of and evaluations of legal files.
• Provides legal advice to insureds and claim professionals concerning the matter.
• Negotiates settlements as directed.
• Attends round tables.

What you need to apply:

• Must be licensed to practice law in the state and federal courts in Texas.
• 10+ years’ experience in civil litigation, with defense experience preferred.
• Trial experience desired.
• Must have a strong knowledge of current procedural and substantive law, as well as federal, state, and administrative agency rules.
• Must demonstrate an ability to analyze issues, pro-actively develop effective strategies on pending cases, communicate regularly with claims professionals, document communications, and resolve cases as efficiently and effectively as possible.
• Must have solid experience in preparing responsive pleadings, handling appearances, motion practice, and valuation of claims, settlement and trials.
• Must be willing to work independently with minimal direction, handle matters efficiently, andbe willing to travel as necessary for court hearings, depositions, site inspections, client meetings, and other in-person events.
• While flexible work arrangements are available, this position requires travel and personal appearance (as required) in order to attend hearings, conferences, mediations, arbitrations, depositions, and/or trial.