Sr. Liability Trial Attorney - Colorado

Zurich Insurance Company Ltd.•Arvada, CO

18d•$160,000 - $180,000•Remote

About The Position

Zurich is seeking an experienced Trial Attorney to join their Staff Legal Team, working remotely in Colorado. This role involves representing the insureds of a commercial insurance carrier by preparing and trying moderate to high exposure General Liability and Commercial Auto cases. The position offers the chance to work for a company with a global footprint and provides comprehensive benefits. The ideal candidate will practice law in compliance with ethical standards, handle all aspects of insurance defense litigation, demonstrate strong case analysis and settlement/trial skills, and be able to work independently. Additionally, they will mentor less experienced attorneys and provide leadership and training.

Requirements

Juris Doctor
7 or more years of experience in the Litigation area
Member in good standing of the Colorado State Bar
Experience with Microsoft Office and Adobe
Experience working with Lexis or Westlaw
Knowledge of the insurance industry, claims and the insurance defense litigation legal environment

Nice To Haves

Experience handling insurance industry claims and general commercial litigation, including but not limited to wrongful death, commercial motor vehicle torts, products and premises liability, and personal injury, from inception through trial.
Well organized with good analytical skills, excellent oral and written communication skills, proactive approach to file handling and caseloads, and able to work independently as well as within a team environment.
Relevant first chair jury trial experience
Ability to budget costs and calculate exposure for clients.
Efficient work habits, knowledge of billables and diary review with substantive and procedural legal knowledge.
Understands the staff counsel function and role in overall business.
A functional and extensive knowledge of the law and procedure
Prior experience in an insurance defense environment
Strong negotiation skills
Effective problem solving skills
Experience working in a team-based environment
Strong collaboration skills
PC literate

Responsibilities

Representing the insureds of a prestigious and financially stable commercial insurance carrier.
Preparing and trying moderate to high exposure General Liability and Commercial Auto cases.
Engaging in the practice of law at all times in compliance with the ethical standards established by the Federal Courts and Colorado State Bar.
Handling all aspects of insurance defense, including initial investigation, legal analysis and advice, evaluating damages, preparing and filing legal pleadings and documents, performing legal research, preparing for and conducting pre-trial discovery, preparing for and aggressively handling hearings and trials, and conducting post-trial activities where appropriate.
Demonstrating strong case analysis ability and having a track record of effective settlement and trial skills.
Working independently without substantial supervision.
Mentoring less experienced attorneys and providing leadership and training across the organization.