Staff Attorney

Liberty Mutual Insurance•Salt Lake City, UT

5d•$119,000 - $210,000•Remote

About The Position

Liberty Mutual is seeking a skilled and proactive Staff Attorney to independently manage moderately complex civil litigation matters involving claims for monetary damages, personal injuries, or property damage. The role primarily works remotely within Utah, except for required appearances. The Attorney develops and executes legal strategies, manages cases through litigation, leads settlement negotiations, advises clients and Claims Representatives, and supports favorable case outcomes. The position also includes mentoring junior attorneys and legal support staff, conducting training, and contributing to process and workflow improvements while maintaining ethical and regulatory compliance.

Requirements

Juris Doctor (JD) or LLB degree from an accredited law school.
Admission to the Utah bar and good standing; special licenses to practice before particular boards or federal courts may be required.
At least 5 years of successful trial attorney experience.
Experience managing moderately complex litigation and achieving favorable outcomes.
General knowledge of insurance law and, as necessary, workers’ compensation.
Exceptional legal research, writing, negotiation, and analytical skills.
Proficiency with advanced e-discovery tools, legal case management software, and remote collaboration technologies.
Ability to mentor and lead junior attorneys and legal staff.
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and client relationship management skills.
Commitment to ethical legal practice and compliance with regulatory and professional standards.

Nice To Haves

Trial attorney experience within insurance law and related litigation.

Responsibilities

Independently manage all phases of moderately complex litigation involving claims with moderate to heavy value, up to approximately $50,000 in exposure.
Conduct legal research and draft pleadings, motions, and other legal documents.
Lead settlement negotiations and participate in hearings, trials, and mediations.
Support Senior Trial Counsel and Senior Litigation Counsel in case handling through trial, including preparation and assistance throughout the litigation process.
Develop, implement, and refine legal strategies for discovery, investigation, and trial preparation.
Use e-discovery tools, case management systems, and data analysis software to streamline workflows and reduce costs.
Provide legal opinions and strategic advice to clients and Claims Representatives, and build trusted client relationships.
Identify, evaluate, and mitigate legal risks in collaboration with clients and senior attorneys.
Design and conduct training for Legal, Claims, and related departments.
Mentor junior attorneys and legal support staff.
Ensure legal documents are accurate and comply with applicable laws, regulations, and company policies.
Follow ethical guidelines, licensing requirements, and the Model Rules of Professional Conduct.
Identify and implement opportunities for process automation and workflow improvements.