Senior Trial Attorney

NJ CURE•Southfield, MI

26d•$150,000 - $200,000•Hybrid

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! Staff Counsel for CURE Auto Insurance is seeking an experienced Senior Trial Attorney with 5+ years of trial experience preferably in No Fault litigation. This experience should include negotiation proficiency and experience successfully trying cases. Leadership potential is available as we continue to expand. We provide a congenial, team-oriented professional work environment with skilled support staff, competitive salary and exceptional benefits. Responsible for handling litigation files from inception, through the entire discovery process, to the conclusion of the file. This will mandate service of pleadings, written discovery, retainment of experts, attendance at depositions, attendance at court and other hearings, and preparation of file for trial. Successful candidate will also be responsible for taking to trial cases handled by others and assigned to the successful candidate for purposes of trial Responsible for communicating the status of the file regularly to claims Possess excellent academic credentials, outstanding written and oral advocacy skills, and strong software/technological skills including competency in Word, Outlook, Google, and Westlaw. Ideal candidates will be well organized, detail oriented, have strong advocacy skills, and able to independently manage a caseload where work is time sensitive

Requirements

5 + years of experience handling No Fault Litigation from inception to conclusion
Knowledge of local and state discovery rules, trial procedures, and applicable substantive law commensurate with level of experience
Ability to take full responsibility for files and handle a modified caseload while also trying cases
Proven track record of trial skills and techniques
Strong negotiation, research, and trial skills
Ability to work in a team environment with other attorneys, adjusters, claims professionals, and support staff
Must have a law degree from an A.B.A. accredited law school and excellent academic credential
Must have an active law license to practice in Michigan and a member in good standing with the State Bar of Michigan

Nice To Haves

Possess excellent academic credentials, outstanding written and oral advocacy skills, and strong software/technological skills including competency in Word, Outlook, Google, and Westlaw.
Ideal candidates will be well organized, detail oriented, have strong advocacy skills, and able to independently manage a caseload where work is time sensitive

Responsibilities

handling litigation files from inception, through the entire discovery process, to the conclusion of the file
service of pleadings, written discovery, retainment of experts, attendance at depositions, attendance at court and other hearings, and preparation of file for trial
taking to trial cases handled by others and assigned to the successful candidate for purposes of trial
communicating the status of the file regularly to claims

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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