Trial Attorney, Law Offices of David Matela

SAFETY INSURANCE COMPANY•Pleasant Prospect at Glen Elyn, MD

2d•$80,000 - $110,000

About The Position

Independently investigates and manages cases of moderate exposure and complexity in civil litigation from the inception of the lawsuit until conclusion through dismissal, settlement or trial. Works with adjuster and clients to resolve claims as expeditiously and efficiently as possible. Our staff counsel team is currently seeking a Trial Attorney with a minimum of 3-10 years of experience for our Raynham, MA location. This is a fulltime position.

Requirements

Insurance defense trial experience preferred
Admitted to the Massachusetts bar
Able to work in a team environment with other attorneys, adjusters, claims professionals and support staff
Computer literacy, including MS Word/Westlaw, and daily management of e-mail and calendar
Advocacy: Solid knowledge and ability to assist, defend or plead for another on moderately complex cases
Negotiation Skills: Consistently influences claim outcomes through demonstration of effective negotiation techniques
Communication: Strong ability to deliberately and precisely exchange thoughts and opinions with one or more persons and to effectively translate legal language and ideas into layman's terms
Decision Making: Strong ability to arrive at a determination i moderate situations after careful consideration of facts and law without undo procrastination
Organization Skills: Strong ability to categorize and prioritize work and information to effectively and efficiently maximize productivity
Investigate Skills: Proficiency in following up step by step on inquiry or observation and search and examine with care and accuracy. Consistently able to take evidence that may be used in reaching a legal conclusion.
Courtroom Skills: Able to demonstrate appropriate courtroom behavior, attire and decorum and is knowledgeable of the rules and regulations that govern proceedings and conduct in courts of law and or other legal forums and tribunals. Provides the highest professional service to clients and claims professionals
Career Development: Takes proactive responsibility for their career development. Maintains the necessary skill levels
Trial Skills: Has the ability to effectively present evidence and arguments of law to a judge or jury for determination of the facts at issue

Responsibilities

Meet with clients and claims professionals to resolve the cases in the most cost-effective manner
Conduct discovery, pre-trials, mediations, arbitrations and trials and any other legal activity required
Advise claims professionals on the evaluation of legal files
Provide legal advice to clients and other claims professionals as needed
Participate in settlements as directed