Description:

Plymouth Rock Assurance Company seeks a full-time Attorney with a minimum five to seven years of experience with an insurance defense background to take over a BI case load. The office is in Boston, MA. The attorney would be responsible for representing civil defendants in all counties in the state with primary venues Middlesex, Suffolk, Essex and Norfolk counties. The position would require the Attorney to analyze lawsuits, prepare pleadings, conduct depositions and attend arbitrations, conferences, motions, and trials. The candidate must be organized, a team player and able to handle a high volume of court appearances, virtual or/and in person while handling a large caseload.

Responsibilities:

Ability to analyze complex lawsuits referred from Claims and prepares necessary answers and responsive pleadings.
Interface and develop a rapport with our clients, claim customers and our office team.
Conduct depositions and attend court conferences, arbitrations, motions and trials.
Participate as trial attorney in matters, some of significant exposure and complexity.
Possess knowledge and understanding of bodily injury, homeowners, PIP, subrogation, first and third party claims as well as unfair and deceptive trade practices claims.
Possess knowledge of rules of evidence and civil procedure.
Provide legal research, advice and direction to Claims.
Work independently in making decisions in file handling, communicating those decisions appropriately and keeping the Legal Management Team apprised.
Adept at working in a paperless environment, video conferencing skilled and proficient in computer legal case management systems.
Competent at conducting legal research though Westlaw and other legal research products.
Familiar with Litigation management software such as Team Connect.

Requirements:

BA/BS and JD with license to practice in MA.
A minimum of 5 to 7 + years litigation experience.
Motivated, success driven individual with a high degree of integrity.
Demonstrated exceptional technical and interpersonal skills in previous roles as an individual contributor.
High proficiency in coverage, liability, and damages analysis with expertise in claims litigation.
Exceptional interpersonal skills in fostering successful relationships interdepartmentally and within the company.
Ability to drive positive results, lead change and execute business strategy.
High degree of self-awareness, critical thinking skills, superior communication and influencing skills.
A significant level of traveling within MA is required for this position.

Perks and Benefits

4 weeks accrued paid time off + 9 paid national holidays per year
Free onsite gym at our Boston Location
Tuition Reimbursement
Low cost and excellent coverage health insurance options that start on Day 1 (medical, dental, vision)
Robust health and wellness program and fitness reimbursements
Auto and home insurance discounts
Matching gift opportunities
Annual 401(k) Employer Contribution (up to 7.5% of your base salary)
Various Paid Family leave options including Paid Parental Leave
Resources to promote Professional Development (LinkedIn Learning and licensure assistance)
Convenient location directly across from South Station and Pre-Tax Commuter Benefits

About the company:
The Plymouth Rock Company and its affiliated group of companies write and manage over $2 billion in personal and commercial auto and homeowner's insurance throughout the Northeast and mid-Atlantic, where we have built an unparalleled reputation for service. We continuously invest in technology, our employees thrive in our empowering environment, and our customers are among the most loyal in the industry. The Plymouth Rock group of companies employs more than 1,900 people and is headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts. Plymouth Rock Assurance Corporation holds an A.M. Best rating of “A-/Excellent”.