Associate House Counsel - Remote Ohio/Indiana

HQ Celina • Celina, OH

1d • Remote

About The Position

As a Remote Litigation Attorney, living in Ohio or Indiana, you will handle all aspects of insurance-related litigation. This includes defending policyholders, asserting the company’s interests, and evaluating settlement options. You’ll engage in trial court proceedings, arbitration hearings, and mediation sessions. You must be admitted and in good standing with the Ohio and/or Indiana bar association.

Requirements

• Must be admitted and in good standing with the Ohio and/or Indiana bar association.
• Must reside in Ohio or Indiana.
• General knowledge and skill level of a practicing trial attorney.
• Proficiency with modern Microsoft Office products.
• Ability to learn and understand insurance policy conditions and provisions.
• Familiarity with settlement values within the assigned territory.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Basic knowledge of anatomy or willingness to learn.
• Maintain required continuing legal education credits.

Nice To Haves

• Prefer admitted practicing law in Ohio and Indiana or willing to attain reciprocity for either state.
• Appropriate licenses to practice before boards, state and federal courts preferred.
• Property & Casualty Insurance experience preferred.
• Three to five years of law practice is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Senior Director of Claims and Claim Managers to evaluate cases for settlement.
• Prepare timely responses to complaints and other legal pleadings.
• Attend pretrial hearings, trials, and settlement conferences.
• Conduct depositions and manage other discovery processes.
• Provide recommendations for additional claim investigations.
• Keep the claims department informed of critical case law decisions.
• Assist in building our Alternative Dispute Resolution Program.
• Maintain a professional demeanor in all situations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level