Senior Trial Attorney

Plymouth Rock Assurance; Port Reading (NJ); On-site; USD 117,000 - 157,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO + holidays

Health insurance from Day 1

401(k) employer contribution

Professional development support

Wellness program

Paid family leave

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Plymouth Rock Management Company of New Jersey seeks a full-time attorney with an insurance defense background to handle PIP litigation in New Jersey and New York. The attorney will analyze arbitration demands or lawsuits, prepare submissions, conduct depositions, and attend arbitrations, conferences, motions and trials, with both virtual and in-person appearances.

The role requires at least five years of PIP experience, NJ licensure, and a strong grasp of NJ Evidence and Civil Procedure, as

Qualifications

• At least five years of relevant PIP experience.
• Fully licensed to practice in New Jersey.
• New York Bar admission is a plus but not required.
• Ability to analyze complex litigation and prepare action plans addressing issues and defenses.
• Strong knowledge of NJ Rules of Evidence, Civil Procedure, and No-Fault arbitration rules.
• Capable of working independently, in a paperless environment, and communicating decisions clearly.

Responsibilities

• Handle a high-volume pending caseload (350+ cases).
• Conduct depositions and Examinations Under Oath.
• Attend court conferences, arbitrations, motions and trials.
• Prepare PIP arbitration submissions and upload to Forthright or AAA.
• Input and maintain data in the case management system with accuracy.
• Provide legal research and direction to Claims on complex cases.
• Tackle special projects as needed.

Skills

PIP experience

Insurance defense

Litigation

New Jersey Bar

New York Bar a plus

Case management

Tools

Forthright

AAA

Case management system

Job description

The staff counsel office of Plymouth Rock Management Company of New Jersey located in Woodbridge; NJ seeks a full-time attorney with an insurance defense background to handle New Jersey and New York Personal Injury Protection (PIP) litigation. The attorney would be responsible for handing a mix of New Jersey PIP cases filed in Forthright and New Jersey Superior Court and New York PIP cases filed in AAA. The position would require the Attorney to analyze arbitration demands or lawsuits, prepare submissions and pleadings, conduct depositions and Examinations Under Oath and attend arbitrations, conferences, motions, and trials. The candidate must be organized, a team player, and able to handle a high volume of files, virtual appearances and in person appearances.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Handle all aspects of a high volume pending of 350 or more cases.
• Conduct depositions and Examinations Under Oath.
• Attend court conferences, arbitrations, motions and trials.
• Prepare PIP arbitration submissions and upload same to Forthright or AAA.
• Input and maintain information into case management system and ensure data integrity.
• Provides legal research, legal advice and direction to Claims on cases of significant exposure and complexity.
• Handle special projects as the need arises.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Possesses at least five years relevant PIP experience.
• Fully licensed to practice law in New Jersey.
• New York Bar Admission a plus but not required.
• Possesses an ability to analyze complex litigation assignments referred from Claims and prepare litigation action plans that address legal issues and defenses.
• Possesses excellent knowledge of NJ Rules of Evidence and Civil Procedure, as well as, NJ and NY No-Fault Arbitration rules.
• Possesses excellent knowledge of all aspects of Insurance Law, such as coverage questions, UM and UIM Coverage, No-Fault, etc.
• Possesses an aptitude to work independently in making decisions, in file handling and communicating those decisions to the proper parties.
• Must be able to work in a paperless environment.
• Possesses strong computer skills with working knowledge of MS Word and Outlook.

SALARY RANGE

The pay range for this position is $117,000 to $157,000 annually. Actual compensation will vary based on multiple factors, including employee knowledge and experience, role scope, business needs, geographical location, and internal equity.

PERKS & BENEFITS

• 4 weeks accrued paid time off + 8 paid national holidays per year, and 2 floating holidays
• Low cost and excellent coverage health insurance options that start on Day 1 (medical, dental, vision)
• Annual 401(k) Employer Contribution
• Resources to promote Professional Development (LinkedIn Learning and licensure assistance)
• Robust health and wellness program and fitness reimbursements
• Various Paid Family leave options including Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement

ABOUT THE COMPANY

The Plymouth Rock Company and its affiliated group of companies write and manage over $2 billion in personal and commercial auto and homeowner's insurance throughout the Northeast and mid-Atlantic, where we have built an unparalleled reputation for service. We continuously invest in technology, our employees thrive in our empowering environment, and our customers are among the most loyal in the industry. The Plymouth Rock group of companies employs more than 1,900 people and is headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts. Plymouth Rock Assurance Corporation holds an A.M. Best rating of "A-/Excellent".