Litigation Attorney

The Hanover Insurance Group•Reston, VA

12d•$120,000 - $155,000•Hybrid

About The Position

For more than 170 years, The Hanover has been committed to delivering on our promises and being there when it matters the most. We live our values every day, demonstrating we CARE through our values, Sustainability initiatives and inclusive corporate culture. We are seeking a Litigation Attorney to join our Staff Counsel organization in Reston, VA. In this hybrid role, you will handle complex insurance defense matters from inception through trial while collaborating with claims and business partners across the organization. Position Overview: Independently investigates and manages cases of moderate to high exposure and complexity in civil litigation from the inception of the lawsuit until conclusion through dismissal, settlement or trial. Works with adjuster and clients to resolve claims as expeditiously and effectively as possible. This is a Full Time / Exempt role.

Requirements

Must have a valid driver's license, an acceptable MVR and the ability to maintain confidentiality
Admitted to the bar and must be licensed to practice law Virginia
Able to work in a team environment with other attorneys, adjusters, claims professionals and support staff
Computer literacy, including MS Word, Lexis/Westlaw, and daily management of e-mail and calendar
Advocacy: Solid knowledge and ability to assist, defend or plead for another on moderate and complex cases
Negotiation Skills: Consistently influences claim outcomes through demonstration of effective negotiation techniques
Communication: Strong ability to deliberately and precisely exchange thoughts and opinions with one or more persons and to effectively translate legal language and ideas into layman's terms
Decision Making: Strong ability to arrive at a determination in moderate to complex situations after careful consideration of facts and law without procrastination
Organization Skills: Strong ability to categorize and prioritize work and information to effectively and efficiently maximize productivity
Investigative Skills: Proficiency in following up step by step on inquiry or observation and search and examine with care and accuracy. Consistently able to take evidence that may be used in reaching a legal conclusion
Legal Research: Proficiency in locating cases, codified laws and statutes aimed at the discovery and interpretation of law and to draw a reasonable and accurate conclusion or render an opinion there from
Courtroom Skills: Able to demonstrate appropriate courtroom behavior, attire and decorum and is knowledgeable of the rules and regulations that govern proceedings and conduct in courts of law or other legal forums and tribunals. Willingness to stretch into other areas of law such as employment and Professional liability matters. Provides the highest professional service to clients and claims professionals
Career Development: Takes proactive responsibility for their career development. Maintains the necessary skill levels
Trial Skills: Has the ability to effectively present evidence and arguments of law to a judge or jury for determination of the facts at issue
Business/Industry: Has an interest and solid knowledge of current and possible future policies, practices, trends and information affecting The Hanover Insurance Group’s businesses; Knowledgeable in the basic principles of property and casualty insurance
Agile and Adaptive: Recognizes unexpected challenges and is able to be resilient, shift and remain on course
Mentor and Teach: Willingness and ability to mentor and teach others

Nice To Haves

Insurance defense trial experience

Responsibilities

Meets with clients and claims professionals to resolve cases in the most cost effective manner
Conducts pre-trials, mediations, arbitrations or any other legal activity required
May independently conduct trials
Advises claim professionals on the evaluations of legal files
Provides legal advice to clients and claim professionals as needed
Negotiates settlements as directed
Attends round table discussions re case status and trial preparedness.