BI Defense Attorney
About The Position
CURE Auto Insurance is seeking a Bodily Injury Defense Attorney to join their team. This role offers the opportunity to work alongside experts in law, insurance, and business operations, providing a fulfilling legal career with a healthy work-life balance. The attorney will be responsible for managing litigation cases, including trial and expense control, working with internal counsel and claims departments to strategize and implement case management. Collaboration with CURE's insureds and the Claims Department is key to establishing litigation objectives and achieving prompt claim resolution. The position involves attending hearings, preparing and arguing motions, and negotiating settlements.
Requirements
- At least 3 years auto bodily injury and negligence litigation experience required
- Experience independently managing a caseload of bodily injury defense matters, working cases from beginning to end
- Auto defense trial experience is a must
- Excellent research, writing, and presentation communication skills
- Ability to think critically, analyze complex information, and problem solve with expedience
- Highly collaborative working style with demonstrated commitments to meeting individual and team goals
- Must be adaptable and computer savvy with an ability to navigate multiple systems
- JD required from a ABA-accredited law school
- Admitted to practice, and in good standing, with NJ State Bar
- Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.
Nice To Haves
- PA and/or NY admission preferred
- Michigan admission a plus
Responsibilities
- Work with internal counsel in conjunction with claims to strategize, implement, and manage litigation cases, including trial and expense control
- Planning, taking, and defending depositions
- Preparing and responding to pleadings and discovery
- Evaluating and providing detailed analysis of assigned cases in accordance with CURE’s staff counsel policies and procedures
- Collaborating with CURE’s insureds and Claims Department to establish, communicate, and implement team litigation objectives and obtain prompt resolution of claims
- Attending motion hearings, arbitration hearings, and all other pre-trial matters
- Ability to prepare for and try cases
- Ability to draft and argue post-trial motions and appeals
- Negotiating high-level settlement agreements
Benefits
- Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental and vision coverage
- Generous paid time off (PTO days, sick days, and holidays)
- Flexible spending options with FSA & HSA plans
- Life and AD&D insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Voluntary benefits such as legal services, pet insurance, and identity & fraud protection
- 24/7 Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and their families
- Health & wellness perks including gym discounts, wellness reimbursements, and reward programs
- Fun, engaging in-office events that support our culture
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
