Sr Trial Attorney (Large Loss Subrogation)

Nationwide Mutual Insurance Company; Plymouth (Luzerne County); Remote; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Nationwide Mutual Insurance Company seeks a Sr Trial Attorney for their subrogation practice. This role involves delivering top-quality legal services as part of a nationwide trial team, with responsibilities in litigation management, mentorship, and maintaining professional relationships. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical and leadership skills, with over eight years of relevant experience in civil litigation.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off including 18 days annually

Short and long term disability coverage

Qualifications

• Minimum 8+ years' experience in civil litigation, particularly in subrogation.
• Active license in the relevant state.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates independent trial advocacy skills as lead counsel.
• Handles all aspects of subrogation litigation efficiently.
• Mentors junior attorneys and provides legal guidance.

Skills

Analytical skills

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Education

Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school

Job description

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Sr Trial Attorney (Large Loss Subrogation)

Apply locations Pennsylvania - Greater Philadelphia Area Pennsylvania - Plymouth Meeting, 660 W Germantown Pike Pennsylvania-Work from Home-3 time type Full time posted on Posted 2 Days Ago job requisition id 92824 If you're passionate about being part of a diverse organization that enables a Fortune 100 company to deliver innovative business solutions with excellence, then Nationwide's Legal team could be the place for you! At Nationwide, “on your side” goes beyond just words. Our customers are at the center of everything we do and we’re looking for associates who are passionate about delivering extraordinary care.

• Experience: 8+ years of Large Loss Subrogation required
• Location/Work Arrangement: Work from Home (preference is for candidate to be located in Southeastern PA). Will also consider candidates located near a PA trial division office to be primarily Work from Office subject to Nationwide's SuccessFlex.

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Job Description Summary

Would you thrive in an environment where you can deliver top-quality legal services to support the mission of a Fortune 100 insurance company’ to protect people, businesses and futures with extraordinary care? If you possess the academic credentials, strong analytical skills and legal acumen needed for successful litigation work, our team may be the place for you!

Nationwide Trial Division is a national team with approximately 40 offices through 4 regions across the United States. Our Senior Trial Attorneys are seasoned litigation attorneys with significant civil litigation experience in property and casualty insurance defense and subrogation. As a Senior Trial Attorney dedicated to Nationwide Trial Division’s subrogation practice, you’ll represent Nationwide and its affiliates as subrogee of Nationwide’s members under commercial and personal lines insurance policies independently as lead counsel, as well as be part of a larger team as needed. Caseloads are typically including a mix of cases varying in complexity and severity throughout all courts and agencies in the assigned jurisdiction(s). You’ll be expected to maintain a highly productive case volume that reflects our collective commitment to innovative thinking, effective collaboration, embracing technology and a highly organized and proactive approach to case management.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

• Demonstrates the requisite trial advocacy skills independently as lead counsel, or as part of a team, demonstrates efficiency, proactive case management, work ethic, and work product quality to accurately and effectively handle all matters in accordance with Nationwide Trial Division (NTD) standard methodology guidelines, as well as claims and client expectations.

• Requires minimal managerial oversight and guidance from the Managing Trial Attorney and NTD Leadership in all aspects of core duties and job responsibilities.

• Adept at effectively utilizing technology and collaboratively working with support staff to ensure efficient case management and efficiency.

• Demonstrates consistent awareness of changes to the law, technology, local rules and other procedural requirements, or other aspects of the legal and insurance industries likely to impact liability analysis and subrogation and recovery litigation strategies in the jurisdictions in which he/she practices.

• Possesses and consistently performs with the subject matter expertise and trial advocacy skills required and specified for all NTD concentrations held. Demonstrates the ability and willingness to develop and learn additional or new NTD concentrations as may be required based on NTD business needs and as specified by NTD Leadership.

• Provides factually, legally, and analytically sound opinions consistently related to subrogation and recovery potential and case valuations that are promptly updated and timely communicated to Nationwide Recovery claim associates.

• Independently establishes and maintains strong professional relationships with key associates within Office of the Chief Legal Officer and claims partners at the senior director level and below, as well as with colleagues within the legal and insurance industries within those jurisdictions and communities in which he/she practices.

• Utilizes relationships to build and improve NTD’s reputation and expand case referral opportunities within the enterprise.

• Communicates in a highly effective manner, consistently and proactively identifying, understanding, and meeting client, claims and internal NTD communication expectations (both written and verbal), as well as those commonly expected within the jurisdictions and communities in which he/she practices.

• Serves as a mentor for junior attorneys and NTD staff providing guidance and training, as well as serving as role model in terms of engagement, coaching and feedback, efficiency, attitude, and collaboration.

May perform other responsibilities as assigned.

Reporting Relationships: Reports to Managing Trial Attorney with a matrix reporting relationship to the Nationwide Trial Division Subrogation Practice Group Leader.

Typical Skills and Experiences:

Education: Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.

License/Certification/Designation: Maintains an active license in the state in which the position is located.

Experience: Typically, more than eight years of relevant civil litigation experience in property and auto subrogation matters of moderate to high complexity, including pre-suit and rapid response investigations, including:

• Investigating, negotiating, and settling recovery and subrogation claims in property and casualty lines.

• Investigating pre-suit and rapid response matters.

• Coordinating and overseeing experts needed to determine origin of loss; site and evidence preservation;and retaining appropriate vendors needed to pursue subrogation claims.

• Identifying potential tortfeasors, conducting liability analysis, assessing damages, and pursuing subrogation claims against responsible parties.

• Additional experience with premium collection, worker’s compensation lien protection and recovery, material damage, and post judgment collections preferred.

Knowledge, Abilities, and Skills: Engages in complex legal practices and procedures in the stated practice concentration(s) throughout all court and agencies in the assigned jurisdiction. Highly effective and professional written and verbal communication skills. Highly collaborative, capable to work with staff and other attorneys on-site and remotely, as well as serving as a role model and mentor to other associates within the office. Significant negotiation skills. Ability to process information efficiently and effectively. Excellent analytical and legal skills. Resourceful, creative problem solver. Computer savvy with a solid understanding of basic software and use of same. Capable of adapting to changes in the law and changes to technology in the law and court systems (e.g., electronic filings, etc.) Strong time management and organization skills. Decision making ability to set work priorities and make recommendations. Ability to initiate, prioritize and coordinate complex projects and cases. Leadership skills used in direct and/or indirect influencing such as motivating, problem solving, business strengthening and development with colleagues, clients and claims partners. Stays in sync with the private practice of law policy and the ethical rules of the state where the position is located. Must also acknowledge and follow all corporate and NTD policies and procedures.

Other criteria, including leadership skills, competencies and experiences may take precedence.

Values: Regularly and consistently demonstrates Nationwide values.

Job Conditions:

Overtime Eligibility: Not Eligible (Exempt)

Working Conditions: Generally, a normal office environment, but depending on the needs of the office the position may be staffed working from home. Frequent travel. Occasional overnight travel. Extended hours are often necessary to meet the demands of the profession. Must have a valid driver’s license with satisfactory driving record in accordance with Nationwide standards.

ADA: The above statements cover what are generally believed to be principal and essential functions of this job. Specific circumstances may allow or require some people assigned to the job to perform a somewhat different combination of duties.

Credit/Background Check: Due to the fiduciary accountabilities of this job, a valid credit check and/or background which will be required as part of the selection process.

Benefits

We have an array of benefits to fit your needs, including: medical/dental/vision, life insurance, short and long term disability coverage, paid time off with newly hired associates receiving a minimum of 18 days paid time off each full calendar year pro-rated quarterly based on hire date, nine paid holidays, 8 hours of Lifetime paid time off, 8 hours of Unity Day paid time off, 401(k) with company match, company-paid pension plan, business casual attire, and more. To learn more about the benefits we offer, click here .

Nationwide is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive culture where everyone feels challenged, appreciated, respected and engaged. Nationwide prohibits discrimination and harassment and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to any characteristic (or classification) protected by applicable law.

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