Remote Senior Manager, High-Stakes Litigation

American Family Insurance Group; Hopkins (MN); Remote; USD 150,000 - 255,000; Full time

Job summary

American Family Insurance in the United States is seeking a Senior Manager, Litigation to lead a team of attorneys handling complex, high-exposure matters. This role focuses on strategic litigation leadership, risk management, and ensuring top-tier representation for insureds and the organization.

The position is primarily home-based with proximity requirements to Madison, WI; Hopkins, MN; and other core locations.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated leadership in legal teams.
• Experience delivering customer-focused legal solutions.
• Civil trial experience in tort/insurance contexts.
• Strong understanding of tort, contract, and insurance law.
• Extensive knowledge of Professional Responsibility rules.

Responsibilities

• Lead Litigation Strategy: Direct and influence strategies for complex, high-exposure matters.
• Manage Outside Counsel Relationships: Select, negotiate, and manage partnerships with outside firms and vendors.
• Drive Resolution Decisions: Evaluate exposure and business impact to decide on trial, settlement, or other resolutions.
• Assess and Mitigate Legal Risk: Analyze trends and developments to proactively manage risk.
• Ensure Excellence in Representation: Oversee work to meet high standards of quality and ethics.
• Provide Trusted Legal Leadership: Advise attorneys and leadership on complex matters.
• Lead and Develop High-Performing Teams: Coach and develop team members for growth.
• Influence Across the Organization: Partner with leaders to advance strategic priorities.
• Champion Company Values: Promote integrity, inclusion, and continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Customer-driven solutions

Civil trial experience

Tort law knowledge

Insurance law knowledge

Education

Juris Doctor

Bar admission

Job description

American Family Insurance in the United States is seeking a Senior Manager, Litigation to lead a team of attorneys handling complex, high-exposure matters. This role focuses on strategic litigation leadership, risk management, and ensuring top-tier representation for insureds and the organization.

The position is primarily home-based with proximity requirements to Madison, WI; Hopkins, MN; and other core locations.