Liability Attorney, Risk Management
About The Position
Publix Super Markets, Inc. is seeking an experienced attorney to join their corporate legal team as a General Liability Attorney. This role focuses on managing risk within the company's retail operations across eight states, rather than representing clients from an external firm. The ideal candidate will have experience working within a company's legal or risk management department, partnering with internal litigation management teams, and understanding the specific challenges of retail liability. Publix is a large, employee-owned company with a strong emphasis on integrity and customer focus.
Requirements
- Juris Doctor and active BAR admission in any U.S. state.
- 5+ years of litigation experience in tort and personal injury defense, including trial experience (lead or second chair), OR 3 years in litigation + 2 years managing litigation for a corporate liability function, insurance carrier, or TPA.
- Valid driver’s license.
Nice To Haves
- JD plus a degree in Risk Management, Business, Finance, or related field.
- 5–7 years of experience managing tort claims in a corporate legal or insurance setting.
- In-house experience—preferably in a retail, healthcare, or consumer-facing company.
- Familiarity with risk management, claims adjusting, and insurance financials.
- Experience with legal fee control, outside counsel management, and alternative fee arrangements.
- Background in insurance coverage, indemnification, product liability, and pharmacy or medical litigation.
- Florida Bar admission and bar admission in other Publix-operating states.
- ARM or Certified Claims Representative designation.
Responsibilities
- Manage the defense of customer, consumer, and public lawsuits from within the company.
- Oversee a wide range of liability matters including premises, fleet, pharmacy, and product claims.
- Develop and refine internal litigation processes and policies for attorney-represented and litigated claims.
- Provide strategic legal counsel to senior leadership and cross-functional teams.
- Oversee legal cost management and collaborate with outside counsel as needed.
- Monitor legal trends and regulatory changes impacting operations.
- Draft, review, and negotiate legal documents and contracts.
- Mentor legal team members and contribute to a culture of excellence.
Benefits
- Employee stock ownership plan that contributes Publix stock to associates each year at no cost
- An opportunity to purchase additional shares of our privately-held stock
- 401(k) retirement savings plan
- Group health, dental and vision plans
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Parental Leave
- Short- and long-term disability insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Free hot lunches (buffet-style) at facilities with a cafeteria
- Year-end bonus (one month's extra pay)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
