Description:

Salary Range:
$130,000.00 To $150,000.00 Annually

Position Summary:
CURE Auto Insurance is a leading direct writer of auto insurance in New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Michigan. CURE offers a great working environment, competitive salary, and a comprehensive benefits package which includes health and dental coverage, life and disability insurance, 401k with a generous company match, and much more! We are seeking experienced Insurance Defense Attorneys with 5–10 years of relevant litigation experience to join our growing legal team. This role offers the opportunity to manage a diverse caseload, represent clients in complex insurance defense matters, and contribute to a collaborative, high-performing environment. The ideal candidate is licensed in Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, Kentucky, Minnesota, or Wisconsin with the ability and willingness to obtain Michigan bar admission. Relocation bonus will be paid after the candidate has relocated within 40 miles of our Southfield, Michigan office.

Essential Job Functions:

Work as internal counsel in conjunction with claims to strategize, implement, and manage representation of CURE in PIP and Coverage litigation cases in both Forthright and the Superior Court, from inception to conclusion, by trial or dispositive hearing
Evaluating and providing detailed analysis of assigned cases in accordance with CURE's staff counsel policies and procedures, including trial and expense control
Collaborate with CURE's Claims Department to establish, communicate, and implement team litigation objectives and obtain prompt resolution of claims
Preparing and responding to arbitration demands and/or pleadings and discovery
Preparing and handling arbitration submissions and Rule 35 applications for dismissal in Forthright matters
Planning, taking, and defending Examinations Under Oath (EUO) and depositions
Attending Forthright arbitrations, motion hearings, arbitration hearings, and all other pre-trial matters
Ability to prepare for and try cases
Ability to draft and argue post-arbitration/trial motions and appeals in both Forthright and the Superior Court
Negotiating high-level settlement agreements

Experience/Qualifications:

Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school
Active bar admission in Ohio, Indiana, or Illinois
5–10 years of insurance defense litigation experience
Ability to obtain Michigan bar admission within a reasonable timeframe
Strong litigation, analytical, and negotiation skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Ability to think critically, analyze complex information, and problem solve with expedience
Highly collaborative working style with demonstrated commitment to meeting individual and team goals
Must be adaptable and computer savvy with an ability to navigate multiple systems

Compensation & Incentives:
Starting Salary Range: $130,000 – $150,000 annually, based on experience and qualifications

Sign-On & Relocation Bonus:
$20,000 total sign-on/relocation bonus

○ $10,000 paid after 30 days of employment and relocation to the

Southfield, Michigan office vicinity (within 40 miles)

○ $10,000 paid upon successful admission to the Michigan Bar

Performance Bonus and Flexible Schedule Incentive Opportunity

We believe in rewarding results. This role offers performance-based remote flexibility, allowing you to earn additional work-from-home opportunities, as well as a quarterly bonus potential tied to measurable success.