Remote Senior Manager of Litigation Strategy

American Family Insurance Agency Staff; Madison (WI); Remote; USD 150,000 - 255,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Home-based position

Job summary

American Family Insurance Agency Staff is seeking a Senior Manager, Litigation to lead complex matters with staff attorneys and outside counsel. This role is primarily home-based with candidates residing within 35–50 miles of Madison, WI and other specified locations. The role reports to a director, legal and offers relocation support.

You will drive litigation strategy, manage outside counsel, assess risk, and ensure ethical, high-quality representation while aligning with company objectives.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership of legal teams in complex litigation.
• Customer-driven, solutions oriented approach.
• Civil trial experience required.
• Experience with tort, contract, and insurance law.
• Strong knowledge of Professional Responsibility rules.
• Bar admission in the practicing jurisdiction or within 60 days for eligible applicants.
• Licensed attorney in the state of residence.

Responsibilities

• Lead litigation strategy for high-exposure matters with staff attorneys and outside counsel.
• Oversee outside counsel relationships and cost-effective outcomes.
• Evaluate exposure to decide trials, settlements, or other resolutions.
• Assess and mitigate legal risk for insureds and company.
• Ensure representation meets high standards of quality and ethics.
• Provide strategic leadership to attorneys and senior leadership.
• Develop and coach high-performing teams; promote accountability and inclusion.
• Collaborate with leaders to advance litigation priorities and organizational goals.
• Champion company values and ethical practices.

Education

Juris Doctor

Job description

American Family Insurance Agency Staff is seeking a Senior Manager, Litigation to lead complex matters with staff attorneys and outside counsel. This role is primarily home-based with candidates residing within 35–50 miles of Madison, WI and other specified locations. The role reports to a director, legal and offers relocation support.

You will drive litigation strategy, manage outside counsel, assess risk, and ensure ethical, high-quality representation while aligning with company objectives.