Description:

Pay Philosophy
The typical starting salary range for this role is determined by a number of factors including skills, experience, education, certifications and location. The full salary range for this role reflects the competitive labor market value for all employees in these positions across the national market and provides an opportunity to progress as employees grow and develop within the role. Some roles at An American Diversified Global Insurer Company have a corresponding compensation plan which may include commission and/or bonus earnings at rates that vary based on multiple factors set forth in the compensation plan for the role.

We Encourage You to Apply and Bring Your Expertise if You're a:

Experienced litigation attorney: You'll manage the entire legal process, from investigation and discovery though trial prep and court proceedings representing clients in depositions, site inspections, court hearings, trials, etc. and negotiating settlements as required.
Strategic partner: Researching all applicable laws and findings, you will develop appropriate legal strategies for all stages of litigation and share them with claims representatives and insured clients.
People person: You'll establish and maintain good relationships with claims representatives and insured clients, and occasionally conduct training sessions for Legal, Claims or other departments.
Effective communicator: You'll develop and render clear, unambiguous legal opinions and strategies, and draft legal documents including pleadings and motions.
Collaborative mentor: You'll provide guidance and direction to junior attorneys, paralegals or law clerks, while also having opportunities to interact and collaborate with Home Office Legal.

Qualifications:
What You've Got:
Experience:

Membership in the TN Bar
Appropriate special licenses to practice before boards or federal courts preferred
A minimum of three years of successful experience conducting discovery, depositions, oral arguments, mediations, arbitrations, hearings and trials.
Experience representing insurance companies

Skills:

Talent for cultivating strong working relationships with internal and external partners
Aptitude for detailed, analytical thinking
Process-oriented mindset, with proven ability to meet deadlines and stay organized
Persuasive oral and written communication skills

Knowledge:

Knowledge of insurance law
Familiarity with the latest developments in the practice of law, as well as pertinent knowledge in related fields
Proficiency with technologies that reduce costs and facilitate the practice of law and remote work

Education:
A JD degree