Senior Staff Attorney (Remote)

Description:

We're determined to make a difference and are proud to be an insurance company that goes well beyond coverages and policies. Working here means having every opportunity to achieve your goals – and to help others accomplish theirs, too. Join our team as we help shape the future.

The Hartford currently has an in-house remote opportunity for a Senior Staff Attorney to litigate cases in the New York City area. This position is an ideal fit for an attorney with litigation experience in No-Fault claims, property damage claims and motor-vehicle accidents, with the opportunity to handle more complex matters, in a collegial and collaborative environment. The selected candidate shall demonstrate the ability to independently handle cases.

Responsibilities:

• Independently handle lawsuits involving No-Fault claims, property damage claims and motor-vehicle accidents, with the opportunity to handle more complex matters.
• Prepare pleadings, written discovery and motions without supervision.
• Conduct legal research and independently develop and present defense strategies on behalf of clients.
• Analyze substantive and procedural legal and factual issues.
• Provide effective and timely communications, legal advice and other services to claims customers and clients on legal and factual issues in a technology driven environment.
• Communicate with the court, witnesses, opposing counsel and co-counsel in a manner consistent with established office procedures.
• Prompt, efficient and effective disposition of assigned cases.

Qualifications:
Qualified Senior Staff Attorney candidates will possess the following qualifications:

• Minimum of three (3) to five (5) years of legal litigation experience.
• Juris Doctorate (JD) from an accredited law school and license to practice in New York State.
• Knowledge of New York Supreme and Civil courts.
• Member in good standing of New York State Bar.
• Strong legal research and writing skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize responsibilities.
• Strong communication, computer and technological skills, and the ability to quickly leverage new software are required.
• Positive-minded and collaborative team-player attitude.

Core Competencies Required:

• Strategic thinking
• Thoughtful decision making
• Effective relationships
• Excellent writing skills
• Strong communication skills.

What Else Can You Tell Me?
This position is a remote work opportunity with the option to work in our New York City office.

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