Trial Attorney

Nationwide•Wexford, PA

9d•$108,000 - $162,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Nationwide Trial Division is a national team with approximately 40 offices across six U.S. regions. The Trial Attorney represents clients under commercial and personal lines insurance policies in property and casualty insurance defense or subrogation matters, serving as lead counsel with low to moderate guidance and oversight or working as part of a larger team as needed. Caseloads include matters of varying complexity, severity, product lines, and specialized concentrations in courts and agencies within the assigned jurisdictions. The attorney is expected to maintain a productive caseload through proactive case management, effective collaboration, use of technology, and a highly organized approach. The role includes developing trial advocacy and subject-matter expertise, providing sound and timely case valuations, communicating effectively with clients and claims partners, and building professional relationships. The hired associate must reside within 35 miles of the Wexford, Pennsylvania office. The work schedule is three days in the office and two days remote. The position is exempt and not eligible for overtime. Frequent travel and occasional overnight travel are required, and extended hours are often necessary. The position does not qualify for employer-sponsored work authorization, and Nationwide does not participate in the STEM OPT extension program.

Requirements

Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
Maintain an active license in the state where the position is located.
Typically, more than three years of relevant civil litigation experience in property and casualty insurance defense or subrogation.
Moderate litigation experience and ability to engage in moderately complex legal practices and procedures.
Effective and professional written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to collaborate with staff and other attorneys on-site and remotely.
Strong negotiation skills, analytical and legal skills, legal research techniques, and ability to process information efficiently.
Resourcefulness and creativity in problem-solving; working knowledge of basic software and computer use.
Ability to adapt to changes in law and legal and court technology, including electronic filings.
Strong time-management and organizational skills, and ability to set work priorities and make recommendations.
Stay in compliance with the private practice of law policy and applicable state ethical rules, and follow corporate and Nationwide Trial Division policies and procedures.
Valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record in accordance with Nationwide standards.
Ability to travel frequently, occasionally overnight, and work extended hours when needed.
Must reside within 35 miles of 2559A Brandt School Road, Wexford, Pennsylvania.
The role does not qualify for employer-sponsored work authorization; Nationwide does not participate in the STEM OPT extension program.
A valid credit check and/or background check is required as part of the selection process.

Responsibilities

Handle matters as lead counsel or as part of a team, demonstrating trial advocacy, productivity, proactive case management, work ethic, and work-product quality in accordance with Nationwide Trial Division guidelines and client and claims expectations.
Work with low to moderate managerial oversight and guidance from the Managing Trial Attorney and Nationwide Trial Division leadership.
Use technology and collaborate with support staff to promote efficient case management and productivity.
Stay current on changes to law, technology, local rules, procedural requirements, and developments in the legal and insurance industries that may affect litigation strategies.
Apply property and casualty insurance defense or subrogation subject-matter expertise and develop the experience needed to handle specialized concentrations and more complex, higher-severity cases.
Provide factually, legally, and analytically sound case valuations and update and communicate them promptly to clients and claims.
Build and foster professional relationships within the Office of the Chief Legal Officer, claims, and the legal and insurance communities in the jurisdictions served.
Communicate professionally and effectively in verbal, written, client-meeting, and claims-file-conference settings, meeting client, claims, and internal communication expectations.
Pursue development as a litigation attorney and team member by seeking and accepting coaching and feedback, and contribute through engagement, efficiency, a constructive attitude, and collaboration.
Perform other responsibilities as assigned.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Life insurance
Short- and long-term disability coverage
Paid time off, with newly hired associates receiving a minimum of 18 days per full calendar year, prorated quarterly based on hire date
Nine paid holidays
Eight hours of Lifetime paid time off
Eight hours of Unity Day paid time off
401(k) with company match
Company-paid pension plan
Business casual attire