Senior Trial Attorney

The Hanover Insurance Group; Richmond (VA); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

The Hanover Insurance Group, a leading property and casualty insurer, seeks a Senior Trial Attorney to join its Henrico, VA office. This full-time hybrid role manages a litigation caseload from inception to resolution, handling pleadings, motions, discovery, and trials while coordinating with claims professionals and clients.

You will mentor less experienced attorneys, contribute to process improvements, and uphold high professional standards and ethical requirements in interactions with

Qualifications

• Strong foundation in civil tort litigation and insurance defense.
• Experience preparing and arguing motions in trial and appellate courts.
• Proven ability to handle trials from pre-trial through verdict.
• Skilled in conducting depositions with fact and expert witnesses.
• Comfort practicing in state and federal venues.
• Active license to practice law in Virginia; additional admissions a plus.

Responsibilities

• Draft pleadings and motions, conduct legal research, prepare for depositions and trial.
• Appear in court for hearings, conferences, and trials.
• Advise claims professionals on legal risk and case strategy.

Skills

Civil litigation

Trial experience

Deposition skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Negotiation

Communication

Education

Virginia Bar License

Job description

Company Description

The Hanover Insurance Group, Inc. is a leading property and casualty insurance provider in the United States, offering standard and specialized coverage for small and mid-sized businesses, as well as homes, automobiles, and personal items through a select network of independent agents and brokers. With more than 4,900 employees in 48 offices nationwide, the company blends a long-standing legacy of keeping its promises with a forward-thinking, growth-oriented, and innovative culture. The Hanover has been recognized by Forbes, TIME, and U.S. News & World Report as a top insurance company and an outstanding employer. Team members benefit from comprehensive compensation and benefits designed to support health, skill development, financial security, and work-life balance. The organization is guided by its CARE values-collaboration, accountability, respect, and empowerment-offering opportunities to gain new experiences, expand skills, and build a meaningful career.

Role Description

This full-time Senior Trial Attorney role is a hybrid position based in Henrico, VA, with the flexibility to work from home part of the time. The Senior Trial Attorney will manage a litigation caseload from inception through resolution, including case assessment, strategy development, discovery, motion practice, and trial. Daily responsibilities include drafting pleadings and motions, conducting legal research, taking and defending depositions, appearing in court for hearings, conferences, and trials, and advising claims professionals on legal risk and case strategy. The role involves regular interaction with internal partners, insureds, opposing counsel, and courts, while maintaining high professional and ethical standards. The Senior Trial Attorney will also contribute to process improvements, mentoring less experienced attorneys, and supporting The Hanover's commitment to quality outcomes and client service.

Qualifications

• Strong foundation in civil tort litigation, with demonstrated expertise in civil litigation and insurance defense.
• Experience preparing and arguing Motions, including dispositive and procedural motions, in trial and appellate courts.
• Proven ability to handle Trials, from pre-trial preparation through verdict, including witness examination and presentation of evidence.
• Skill in conducting Depositions, including examining fact and expert witnesses and effectively using deposition testimony in litigation.
• Comfort and professionalism in various Courts, including state and, preferably, federal venues.
• Active license to practice law in Virginia, in good standing; additional admissions are a plus.
• Several years of progressively responsible trial or litigation experience, preferably in insurance defense or related practice areas.
• Excellent legal research, writing, and analytical skills, with attention to detail and sound judgment.
• Strong negotiation, advocacy, and communication abilities, with a focus on collaborative work with claims and business partners.