Zurich is currently looking for an experienced Trial Attorney to join our Staff Legal Team working fully remote in Colorado. This litigator will be responsible for representing the insureds of a prestigious and financially stable commercial insurance carrier, by preparing and trying moderate to high exposure General Liability and Commercial Auto cases from a challenging and varied caseload.
This is an exciting opportunity to work for a well-respected Company and represent its insureds in all phases of litigation, while being part of a high-performing law office. The ideal candidate will engage in the practice of law at all times in compliance with the ethical standards established by the Federal Courts and Colorado State Bar.
Duties of this position encompass all aspects of insurance defense, including initial investigation, legal analysis and advice, evaluating damages, preparing and filing legal pleadings and documents, performing legal research, preparing for and conducting pre-trial discovery, preparing for and aggressively handling hearings and trials, and conducting post-trial activities where appropriate.
The candidate will demonstrate strong case analysis ability and have a track record of effective settlement and trial skills, as well as the ability to work independently without substantial supervision. In addition, they will be expected to mentor less experienced attorneys and provide leadership and training across the organization.
Basic Qualifications for the Sr. Liability Trial Attorney:
- Juris Doctor and 7 or more years of experience in the Litigation area
AND - Member in good standing of the Colorado State Bar
- Experience with Microsoft Office and Adobe
- Experience working with Lexis or Westlaw
- Knowledge of the insurance industry, claims and the insurance defense litigation legal environment
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience handling insurance industry claims and general commercial litigation, including but not limited to wrongful death, commercial motor vehicle torts, products and premises liability, and personal injury, from inception through trial.
- Must be well organized with good analytical skills, excellent oral and written communication skills, proactive approach to file handling and caseloads, and able to work independently as well as within a team environment.
- Relevant first chair jury trial experience
- Ability to budget costs and calculate exposure for clients.
- Efficient work habits, knowledge of billables and diary review with substantive and procedural legal knowledge.
- Understands the staff counsel function and role in overall business.
- A functional and extensive knowledge of the law and procedure
- Prior experience in an insurance defense environment
- Strong negotiation skills
- Effective problem solving skills
- Experience working in a team-based environment
- Strong collaboration skills
- PC literate
Your pay at Zurich is based on your role, location, skills, and experience. We follow local laws to ensure fair compensation. You may also be eligible for bonuses and merit increases. If your expectations are above the listed range, we still encourage you to apply-your unique background matters to us. The pay range shown is a national average and may vary by location. The proposed Salary range for this position is $160,000.00 - $180,000.00, with short-term incentive bonus eligibility set at 15%.
We offer competitive pay and comprehensive benefits for employees and their families. [Learn more about Total Rewards here.]
Location(s): AM - Colorado Virtual Office
Remote Working: Yes
Schedule: Full Time
Employment Sponsorship Offered: No
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