Litigation Trial Attorney (New Jersey)

American Family Insurance Agency Staff; Lake Hiawatha (NJ); Remote; USD 109,000 - 185,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a skilled attorney to manage complex litigation cases. In this role, you will handle legal representation for the corporation and its insured, advocating in various forums, including state and federal courts. You will draft essential legal documents and analyze cases to assess risks and seek settlements. This position offers an exciting opportunity to develop specialized practice areas while working in a supportive environment that values diverse experiences. Join a team committed to professional integrity and client satisfaction.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) and pension plans

Paid holidays and PTO

Student loan repayment

Paid family leave

Qualifications

• Admitted to the state bar in practicing state or able to obtain admission.
• Experience with civil pleadings, motions, and discovery.

Responsibilities

• Handle litigation involving the corporation and/or its insured.
• Draft pleadings and conduct necessary research.
• Negotiate effectively to resolve issues.

Skills

Litigation experience

Knowledge of tort, contract, and insurance law

Experience preparing civil pleadings

Customer-driven solutions

Solid understanding of Professional Responsibility

Education

Juris Doctor degree

Job description

This position provides effective legal representation and handles moderately complex litigation involving either the corporation and/or its insured within established corporate guidelines and the applicable code of professional responsibility.

You will report to the senior manager, legal. Join us today.

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Position Compensation Range: $109,000.00 - $185,000.00

Pay Rate Type: Salary

Compensation may vary based on the job level and your geographic work location. Relocation support is offered for eligible candidates.

Primary Accountabilities

1. Handle litigation involving either the corporation and/or its insured within established corporate guidelines and the applicable code of professional responsibility.
2. Manage files and issues of a more complex nature with higher dollar exposure and less oversight; communicate with clients regarding file status and progress.
3. Analyze files as litigation progresses and assess risks; evaluate cases and seek settlement as necessary.
4. Draft pleadings, papers, and briefs to advance litigation at trial or appellate levels; conduct necessary research.
5. Advocate client positions in all forums, including state and federal courts, alternative dispute resolution, administrative tribunals, and regulatory hearings.
6. Negotiate effectively to resolve issues.
7. Stay current on relevant statutes and court decisions; analyze their impact on policy interpretation and enforceability.
8. Potentially develop areas of specialty practice such as property, workers' compensation, environmental law, or commercial coverage.

Specialized Knowledge & Skills Requirements

• Experience providing customer-driven solutions and support.
• Experience preparing civil pleadings, motions, discovery, and deposing witnesses.
• Litigation experience.
• Solid understanding of rules of Professional Responsibility in their jurisdiction.
• Knowledge of tort, contract, and insurance law.
• Admitted to the state bar in their practicing state or able to obtain admission within a specified timeframe.
• Juris Doctor degree.

Additional Specialized Knowledge & Skills

• Previous in-house trial experience is strongly preferred.

Travel Requirements

• Up to 50% travel expected.

Physical Requirements

• Primarily sitting and standing.

Working Conditions

• Not applicable.

Additional Information

• Background checks are required.
• Signing a non-disclosure agreement is required.
• Sponsorship considerations are limited; NJ bar license required, reciprocity in PA expected within a year.

We encourage applications even if all requirements are not met, valuing diverse experiences and passion for our work.

Our benefits support physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing, including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), pension, incentive programs, paid holidays, PTO, student loan repayment, and paid-family leave. Interns and contingent workers are not eligible for benefits.

We are committed to equal opportunity employment and non-discrimination policies, considering qualified applicants with criminal histories where permitted by law.