Insurance Defense Attorney
About The Position
CURE Auto Insurance is a leading direct writer of auto insurance in New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Michigan. CURE offers a great working environment, competitive salary, and comprehensive benefits package which includes health and dental coverage, life and disability insurance, 401k with generous company match, and much more! Searching for a fulfilling legal career that also offers you the healthy work life balance necessary to juggle the demands of today’s busy life? CURE Auto Insurance is seeking an Insurance Defense Attorney to join our team. You’ll have an opportunity to work beside a first-rate team of subject matter experts in the field of law, insurance, and business operations.
Requirements
- JD required from an ABA-accredited law school
- Admitted to practice, and in good standing, with MI State Bar
- At least 2 years insurance defense experience in both Forthright and the Superior Court
- Experience independently managing a caseload of PIP and Coverage matters, working cases from beginning to end.
- 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 system
Responsibilities
- Work as internal counsel in conjunction with claims to strategize, implement, and manage representation of CURE in PIP and Coverage litigation cases in both Forthright and the Superior Court, from inception to conclusion, by trial or dispositive hearing
- Evaluating and providing detailed analysis of assigned cases in accordance with CURE’s staff counsel policies and procedures, including trial and expense control
- Collaborate with CURE’s Claims Department to establish, communicate, and implement team litigation objectives and obtain prompt resolution of claims
- Preparing and responding to arbitration demands and/or pleadings and discovery
- Preparing and handling arbitration submissions and Rule 35 applications for dismissal in Forthright matters
- Planning, taking, and defending Examinations Under Oath (EUO) and depositions
- Attending Forthright arbitrations, motion hearings, arbitration hearings, and all other pre-trial matters
- Ability to prepare for and try cases
- Ability to draft and argue post-arbitration/trial motions and appeals in both Forthright and the Superior Court
- 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
- Fun, engaging in-office events that support our culture
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
Number of Employees
251-500 employees
