Staff Attorney

Liberty Mutual Insurance•Aurora, CO

3d•$125,000 - $221,000•Remote

About The Position

Liberty Mutual is seeking an attorney to independently manage moderately complex civil litigation matters involving claims for monetary damages or compensation for personal injuries or property damage. The role is primarily remote within Colorado, except for required appearances. The attorney represents Liberty Mutual and its policyholders, develops and executes legal strategies, leads settlement negotiations, and participates in hearings, trials, and mediations. The role also includes supporting senior trial and litigation counsel, advising clients and Claims Representatives, evaluating legal risks, mentoring junior attorneys and legal staff, and identifying opportunities to improve workflows and automate processes. The attorney must maintain high standards of legal ethics, licensing, documentation, and compliance.

Requirements

Juris Doctor (JD) or LLB degree from an accredited law school.
Admission to the Colorado bar in 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 with demonstrated success in achieving favorable outcomes.
General knowledge of insurance law and, as necessary, workers’ compensation and/or No Fault law.
Strong legal research, writing, negotiation, and analytical skills.
Proficiency with e-discovery tools, legal case management software, and remote collaboration technologies.
Ability to mentor and lead junior attorneys and legal staff.
Strong 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 civil litigation involving claims of moderate to heavy value.
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 and trial preparation.
Develop and refine legal strategies for discovery, investigation, and trial preparation.
Use e-discovery tools, case management systems, and data analysis software to improve 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.
Comply with ethical guidelines, licensing requirements, and the Model Rules of Professional Conduct.
Identify and implement opportunities for process automation and workflow improvements.