Senior Trial Attorney

Erie Insurance • Erie, PA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Represents ERIE and its insureds in litigated matters in Pennsylvania. Handles a diverse caseload involving personal injury, property damage, and other insurance-related disputes. Manages all phases of litigation, including discovery, depositions, motion practice, hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and trials.

There are multiple positions available.
The position(s) will be based out of our Corporate Office in Erie, PA.
The hiring team will consider candidates for Trial Attorney II or Senior Trial Attorney positions. Level of position offered will be based on depth and breadth of selected candidates' qualifications and experience.

Requirements

• Juris Doctorate (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school required.
• Ten years of civil litigation experience, preferably in insurance defense, required.
• Admitted to practice, and in good standing, in Pennsylvania, required.
• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record required.

Nice To Haves

• Admitted to practice, and in good standing, in the Federal Courts in Pennsylvania, preferred.

Responsibilities

• Represents ERIE and its insureds in civil litigation from inception through trial and appeal.
• Assesses liability arguments and damages presented and offers timely insights and recommendations to support effective claims resolution. Collaborates with claims professionals, experts, and other stakeholders to ensure effective case management and consistent legal strategy.
• Conducts discovery; takes depositions; prepares witnesses for testimony; drafts and argues motions, pleadings, and other court filings; and attends court hearings, pretrial conferences, mediations, settlement conferences, arbitrations and trials.
• Mentors junior attorneys and contributes to team development through knowledge sharing and collaboration.
• Participates in training and development programs to enhance litigation and trial advocacy skills.

Benefits

• Premier health, prescription, dental, and vision benefits for you and your dependents. Coverage begins your first day of work.
• Low contributions to medical and prescription premiums. We currently pay up to 97% of employees’ monthly premium costs.
• Pension. We are one of only 13 Fortune 500 companies to offer a traditional pension plan. Full-time employees are vested after five years of service.
• 401(k) with up to 4% contribution match. The 401(k) is offered in addition to the pension.
• Paid time off. Paid vacation, personal days, sick days, bereavement days and parental leave.
• Career development. Including a tuition reimbursement program for higher education and industry designations.
• Additional benefits that include company-paid basic life insurance; short-and long-term disability insurance; orthodontic coverage for children and adults; adoption assistance; fertility and infertility coverage; well-being programs; paid volunteer hours for service to your community; and dollar-for-dollar matching of your charitable gifts each year.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees