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Field Counsel at Irving

Company Name Liberty Mutual Insurance Company
Location Irving
State TX
Job Title Field Counsel
Job Description Field Counsel - Subrogation-10353

Description

Advance your Legal career at Liberty Mutual - A Fortune 100 Company!

Liberty Mutual has an exciting opportunity for an attorney. As a Field Counsel, you will represent the company and its policyholders in civil litigation and workers' compensation matters involving claims for money damages or compensation for personal injury or property damage of a heavy value with complex legal issues.

You will also represent the company and its policyholders in civil litigation, arbitration and workers' compensation matters involving claims seeking the recovery of money damages or compensation for personal injury or property damage of a heavy value with complex legal issues.


Responsibilities:

* Use Litigation Protocols to develop and revise appropriate legal strategy for discovery, investigation, handling and trial/hearing of cases or matters
* Conduct necessary and appropriate discovery, hearings, trials, depositions, oral arguments, mediations, arbitrations and similar proceedings.
* Research the law applicable to cases or matters; drafts legal documents, pleadings, motions, briefs and opinions as required. If requested, conduct settlement negotiations.
*
Advise, communicate and confer with Claims Representatives and Insured Clients, rendering clear, unambiguous legal opinions and advice. Personally meet with, and maintain good relations and communications with Claims Representatives and Insured Clients as required.
*
Remain current with developments in the law; understand medical, scientific, construction, products, engineering or similar issues and defenses involved with cases or matters.
*
Prepare and conduct training sessions for Legal, Claims or other departments as required.
*
Provide daily direction and guidance to clients and junior attorneys, specifically on issues related to recovery and subrogation.
*
Understand and creatively use technology; apply technology to the process of law to improve quality and reduce cost.
* Act as a team or group leader for an assigned group within the office.
* Interface with Home Office Legal department.

Qualifications:

* Completion of law school with LLB or JD and admission to the bar.
* Special license to practice before a particular board or federal court may be necessary.
* A minimum of 6 successful years experience as a litigation attorney, preferably plaintiff and/or large case subrogation, for in-house subrogation position.
* A general knowledge of insurance law and specific understanding of the operations and requirements of insured clients, customers and the company.
* The ability to effectively communicate and persuade by written or spoken word is critical.
* Experience and ability appropriate to the level of cases or matters handled.
* Multiple licenses preferred, but not required.
* Must be aggressive and self-motivated.

Benefits:

We recognize that talented people are attracted to companies that provide competitive pay, comprehensive benefits packages and outstanding advancement opportunities. For this reason we offer a Comprehensive Benefits Plan that includes the following:

* 401K and Company paid pension plan
* Medical coverage
* Dental coverage
* Paid time-off
* Pay-for-Performance
* Discounts on automobile and homeowner's insurance
* Discount fitness memberships
* Flexible spending accounts
* Tuition reimbursement
* Vision care coverage
* Work/Life resources
* Accidental death & dismemberment insurance
* Credit Union membership
* Employee and Dependent life insurance
* Disability insurance
* Long-term care insurance

Overview:



We believe strongly that commercial success can be achieved in a manner consistent with principles and ideals that bind us together as one company, that set us apart from our competitors, and that in the end will allow us to say we have succeeded commercially by doing the right thing the right way.



We believe that the Company's success is inextricably linked to our employees' satisfaction and success: satisfaction that they work for an industry leader committed to improving safety, satisfaction that they work for a company that does the right thing, and satisfaction that the company will reward them for their contributions and provide opportunities for personal growth and success.



We believe our employees take pride in knowing that they help people live safer more secure lives everyday.



Responsibility. What's your policy?

Job
Legal
Primary Location
US-TX-Irving
Schedule
Full-time
Salary (Pay Basis)
81,150-93,000
Education Level
Doctorate Degree (over 19 years)
Shift
Day Job
Firm type In House
Contact Info Apply Online
Source Firm WebSite

Field Counsel at Wallingford

Company Name Liberty Mutual Insurance Company
Location Wallingford
State CT
Job Title Field Counsel
Job Description Field Counsel (Wallingford)-12277

Description
 
Advance your Legal career at Liberty Mutual - A Fortune 100 Company!
 
Liberty Mutual has an exciting opportunity for an attorney.  As a Field Counsel you will represent the company and its policyholders in civil litigation matters involving claims for money damages or compensation for personal injury or property damage of a moderate value with moderately complex legal issues.
 
 Responsibilities:

    * Use Litigation Protocols to develop and revise appropriate legal strategy for discovery, investigation, handling and trial/hearing of cases or matters
    * Conduct necessary and appropriate discovery, hearings, trials, depositions, oral arguments, mediations, arbitrations and similar proceedings. 
    * Research the law applicable to cases or matters; drafts legal documents, pleadings, motions, briefs and opinions as required.  If requested, conduct settlement negotiations.
    *
      Advise, communicate and confer with Claims Representatives and Insured Clients, rendering clear, unambiguous legal opinions and advice.  Personally meet with, and maintain good relations and communications with Claims Representatives and Insured Clients as required.
    *
       Remain current with developments in the law; understand medical, scientific, construction, products, engineering or similar issues and defenses involved with cases or matters.
    *
       Prepare and conduct training sessions for Legal, Claims or other departments as required.
    *
       Provide daily direction and guidance to junior attorneys.
    *
      Understand and creatively use technology; apply technology to the process of law to improve quality and reduce cost.
    * Act as a team or group leader for an assigned group within the office.
    * Interface with Home Office Legal department.

Qualifications:

    * Completion of law school with LLB or JD and admission to the bar.
    * Special license to practice before a particular board or federal court may be necessary.
    * A minimum of 1 successful year experience as an attorney.
    * A general knowledge of insurance law and specific understanding of the operations and requirements of insured clients, customers and the company.
    * The ability to effectively communicate and persuade by written or spoken word is critical.
    * Experience and ability appropriate to the level of cases or matters handled.

Benefits:

We recognize that talented people are attracted to companies that provide competitive pay, comprehensive benefits packages and outstanding advancement opportunities. For this reason we offer a Comprehensive Benefits Plan that includes the following:

    * 401K and Company paid pension plan
    * Medical coverage
    * Dental coverage
    * Paid time-off
    * Pay-for-Performance
    * Discounts on automobile and homeowner's insurance
    * Discount fitness memberships
    * Flexible spending accounts
    * Tuition reimbursement
    * Vision care coverage
    * Work/Life resources
    * Accidental death & dismemberment insurance
    * Credit Union membership
    * Employee and Dependent life insurance
    * Disability insurance
    * Long-term care insurance

Overview:

 

We believe strongly that commercial success can be achieved in a manner consistent with principles and ideals that bind us together as one company, that set us apart from our competitors, and that in the end will allow us to say we have succeeded commercially by doing the right thing the right way.

 

We believe that the Company's success is inextricably linked to our employees' satisfaction and success: satisfaction that they work for an industry leader committed to improving safety, satisfaction that they work for a company that does the right thing, and satisfaction that the company will reward them for their contributions and provide opportunities for personal growth and success.

 

We believe our employees take pride in knowing that they help people live safer more secure lives everyday.

 

Responsibility. What's your policy?

Job
 Legal
Primary Location
US-CT-Wallingford
Schedule
 Full-time
Salary (Pay Basis)
 58,200-94,900
Education Level
 Master's Degree (±18 years)
Shift
 Day Job
Travel
 No
Firm type In House
Contact Info Apply Online
Source Firm WebSite

Field Counsel at Warrenville

Company Name Liberty Mutual Insurance Company
Location Warrenville
State IL
Job Title Field Counsel
Job Description Field Counsel-11118

Description
 
Advance your Legal career at Liberty Mutual - A Fortune 100 Company!
 
Liberty Mutual has an exciting opportunity for an attorney.  As Field Counsel you will represent the company and its policyholders in matters involving claims for money damages or compensation for personal injury or property damage of a moderate value with moderately complex legal issues.  We are seeking an attorney with civil litigation experience to handle civil and workers' compensation litigation in the collar counties and northern Illinois outside of Cook County.  Workers' compensation experience a plus, but not required.
 
 Responsibilities:

    * Use Litigation Protocols to develop and revise appropriate legal strategy for discovery, investigation, handling and trial/hearing of cases or matters
    * Conduct necessary and appropriate discovery, hearings, trials, depositions, oral arguments, mediations, arbitrations and similar proceedings. 
    * Research the law applicable to cases or matters; drafts legal documents, pleadings, motions, briefs and opinions as required.  If requested, conduct settlement negotiations.
    *
      Advise, communicate and confer with Claims Representatives and Insured Clients, rendering clear, unambiguous legal opinions and advice.  Personally meet with, and maintain good relations and communications with Claims Representatives and Insured Clients as required.
    *
       Remain current with developments in the law; understand medical, scientific, construction, products, engineering or similar issues and defenses involved with cases or matters.
    *
       Prepare and conduct training sessions for Legal, Claims or other departments as required.
    *
       Provide daily direction and guidance to junior attorneys.
    *
      Understand and creatively use technology; apply technology to the process of law to improve quality and reduce cost.
    * Act as a team or group leader for an assigned group within the office.
    * Interface with Home Office Legal department.

Qualifications:
 
 
Case/Matter Experience: 0-5 years of progressively more mature litigation and case handling experience since Bar admission.  Sole file responsibility with moderate supervision/ratification.  Lawyer must be admitted in Illinois.
 
Client Relations Skills: Lawyer must have solid basic client relations skills.  Ability to communicate clearly and earn the trust and confidence of claims personnel is expected.  Incumbent needs to quickly develop and then maintain excellent communications and relationships with clients, measured by formal and informal feedback from the claims clients.  This position requires a moderate understanding of the insurance industry and Liberty Mutual business. The position requires a committed customer focus in situations where a mid-level of sophistication is acceptable.
 
Supervision of Others/Delegation Skills: Incumbent must demonstrate moderate capabilities in paralegal and support staff supervision for a high volume practice.
 
Operations/Compliance: Moderate ability to understand and establish metrics, willingness to work within existing framework critical; collaboration abilities and aptitudes must be evident.
 
Office Systems and Use of Technology: Incumbent has a high degree of knowledge, comfort and capabilities with use of forms and templates and technology.
 
Case Management: Incumbent is willing to learn and to develop critical litigation and operational skills. This includes ability for ongoing review of case strategy, stages and total management of cost.
 
Reputation in courts, jurisdictional expertise:  It is expected that the incumbent will develop this reputation over time
 
Communication:  Moderate communication skills and capabilities are very important to the success of this position.  Ability to deal constructively with Opposing Counsel is important.
 
 
 
Benefits:
 
We recognize that talented people are attracted to companies that provide competitive pay, comprehensive benefits packages and outstanding advancement opportunities. For this reason we offer a Comprehensive Benefits Plan that includes the following:

    * 401K and Company paid pension plan
    * Medical coverage
    * Dental coverage
    * Paid time-off
    * Pay-for-Performance
    * Discounts on automobile and homeowner's insurance
    * Discount fitness memberships
    * Flexible spending accounts
    * Tuition reimbursement
    * Vision care coverage
    * Work/Life resources
    * Accidental death & dismemberment insurance
    * Credit Union membership
    * Employee and Dependent life insurance
    * Disability insurance
    * Long-term care insurance

Overview:
 
We believe strongly that commercial success can be achieved in a manner consistent with principles and ideals that bind us together as one company, that set us apart from our competitors, and that in the end will allow us to say we have succeeded commercially by doing the right thing the right way.
 
We believe that the Company's success is inextricably linked to our employees' satisfaction and success: satisfaction that they work for an industry leader committed to improving safety, satisfaction that they work for a company that does the right thing, and satisfaction that the company will reward them for their contributions and provide opportunities for personal growth and success.
 
We believe our employees take pride in knowing that they help people live safer more secure lives everyday.
 
Responsibility. What's your policy?

Job
 Legal
Primary Location
US-IL-Warrenville
Schedule
 Full-time
Education Level
 Doctorate Degree (over 19 years)
Shift
 Day Job
Firm type In House
Contact Info Apply Online
Source Firm WebSite

Field Counsel at Philadelphia

Company Name Liberty Mutual Insurance Company
Location Philadelphia
State PA
Job Title  Field Counsel
Job Description Field Counsel-11337

Description
 
Advance your Legal career at Liberty Mutual - A Fortune 100 Company!
 
Liberty Mutual has an exciting opportunity for an attorney.  As a Field Counsel you will represent the company and its policyholders in civil litigation and workers' compensation matters involving claims for money damages or compensation for personal injury or property damage of a moderate value with moderately complex legal issues.
 
 Responsibilities:

    * Use Litigation Protocols to develop and revise appropriate legal strategy for discovery, investigation, handling and trial/hearing of cases or matters
    * Conduct necessary and appropriate discovery, hearings, trials, depositions, oral arguments, mediations, arbitrations and similar proceedings. 
    * Research the law applicable to cases or matters; drafts legal documents, pleadings, motions, briefs and opinions as required.  If requested, conduct settlement negotiations.
    *
      Advise, communicate and confer with Claims Representatives and Insured Clients, rendering clear, unambiguous legal opinions and advice.  Personally meet with, and maintain good relations and communications with Claims Representatives and Insured Clients as required.
    *
       Remain current with developments in the law; understand medical, scientific, construction, products, engineering or similar issues and defenses involved with cases or matters.
    *
       Prepare and conduct training sessions for Legal, Claims or other departments as required.
    *
       Provide daily direction and guidance to junior attorneys.
    *
      Understand and creatively use technology; apply technology to the process of law to improve quality and reduce cost.
    * Act as a team or group leader for an assigned group within the office.
    * Interface with Home Office Legal department.

Qualifications:

    * Completion of law school with LLB or JD and admission to the bar.
    * Special license to practice before a particular board or federal court may be necessary.
    * A minimum of 1 successful year experience as an attorney.
    * A general knowledge of insurance law and specific understanding of the operations and requirements of insured clients, customers and the company.
    * The ability to effectively communicate and persuade by written or spoken word is critical.
    * Experience and ability appropriate to the level of cases or matters handled.

Benefits:

We recognize that talented people are attracted to companies that provide competitive pay, comprehensive benefits packages and outstanding advancement opportunities. For this reason we offer a Comprehensive Benefits Plan that includes the following:

    * 401K and Company paid pension plan
    * Medical coverage
    * Dental coverage
    * Paid time-off
    * Pay-for-Performance
    * Discounts on automobile and homeowner's insurance
    * Discount fitness memberships
    * Flexible spending accounts
    * Tuition reimbursement
    * Vision care coverage
    * Work/Life resources
    * Accidental death & dismemberment insurance
    * Credit Union membership
    * Employee and Dependent life insurance
    * Disability insurance
    * Long-term care insurance

Overview:

 

We believe strongly that commercial success can be achieved in a manner consistent with principles and ideals that bind us together as one company, that set us apart from our competitors, and that in the end will allow us to say we have succeeded commercially by doing the right thing the right way.

 

We believe that the Company’s success is inextricably linked to our employees' satisfaction and success: satisfaction that they work for an industry leader committed to improving safety, satisfaction that they work for a company that does the right thing, and satisfaction that the company will reward them for their contributions and provide opportunities for personal growth and success.

 

We believe our employees take pride in knowing that they help people live safer more secure lives everyday.

 

Responsibility. What’s your policy?

Job
 Legal
Primary Location
US-PA-Philadelphia
Schedule
 Full-time
Salary (Pay Basis)
 62,201-90,900
Shift
 Day Job
Travel
 No
Firm type In House
Contact Info Apply Online
Source Firm WebSite

Field Counsel at Warrenville

Company Name Liberty Mutual Insurance Company
Location Warrenville
State IL
Job Title Field Counsel
Job Description Field Counsel-11842

Description
 
Advance your Legal career at Liberty Mutual - A Fortune 100 Company!
 
Liberty Mutual has an exciting opportunity for an attorney.  As Field Counsel you will represent the company and its policyholders in matters involving claims for money damages or compensation for personal injury or property damage of a moderate value with moderately complex legal issues.  We are seeking an attorney to handle workers' compensation litigation in the collar counties and northern Illinois outside of Cook County.  There will be an opportunity to be involved in civil litigation as well.

 
 
 Responsibilities:

    * Use Litigation Protocols to develop and revise appropriate legal strategy for discovery, investigation, handling and trial/hearing of cases or matters
    * Conduct necessary and appropriate discovery, hearings, trials, depositions, oral arguments, mediations, arbitrations and similar proceedings. 
    * Research the law applicable to cases or matters; drafts legal documents, pleadings, motions, briefs and opinions as required.  If requested, conduct settlement negotiations.
    *
      Advise, communicate and confer with Claims Representatives and Insured Clients, rendering clear, unambiguous legal opinions and advice.  Personally meet with, and maintain good relations and communications with Claims Representatives and Insured Clients as required.
    *
       Remain current with developments in the law; understand medical, scientific, construction, products, engineering or similar issues and defenses involved with cases or matters.
    *
       Prepare and conduct training sessions for Legal, Claims or other departments as required.
    *
       Provide daily direction and guidance to junior attorneys.
    *
      Understand and creatively use technology; apply technology to the process of law to improve quality and reduce cost.
    * Act as a team or group leader for an assigned group within the office.
    * Interface with Home Office Legal department.

Qualifications:

    *
      Case/Matter Experience: 0-5 years of progressively more mature litigation and case handling experience since Bar admission.  Sole file responsibility with supervision/ratification.  Lawyer must be admitted in Illinois.
      
      Client Relations Skills: Lawyer must have solid basic client relations skills.  Ability to communicate clearly and earn the trust and confidence of claims personnel is expected.  Incumbent needs to quickly develop and then maintain excellent communications and relationships with clients, measured by formal and informal feedback from the claims clients.  This position requires a fundamental understanding of the insurance industry and Liberty Mutual business. The position requires a committed customer focus in situations where a modest level of sophistication is acceptable.
      
      Supervision of Others/Delegation Skills: Incumbent must demonstrate basic capabilities in paralegal and support staff supervision for a high volume practice.
      
      Operations/Compliance: Ability to understand and establish metrics, willingness to work within existing framework critical; collaboration abilities and aptitudes must be evident.
      
      Office Systems and Use of Technology: Incumbent has a high degree of knowledge, comfort and capabilities with use of forms and templates and technology.
      
      Case Management:: Incumbent is willing to learn and to develop critical litigation and operational skills. This includes ability for ongoing review of case strategy, stages and total matter management of cost.
      
      Reputation in courts, jurisdictional expertise:  It is expected that the incumbent will develop this reputation over time
      
      Communication:  Basic communication skills and capabilities are very important to the success of this position.  Ability to deal constructively with Opposing Counsel is important.
      
      

Benefits:
We recognize that talented people are attracted to companies that provide competitive pay, comprehensive benefits packages and outstanding advancement opportunities. For this reason we offer a Comprehensive Benefits Plan that includes the following:

    * 401K and Company paid pension plan
    * Medical coverage
    * Dental coverage
    * Paid time-off
    * Pay-for-Performance
    * Discounts on automobile and homeowner's insurance
    * Discount fitness memberships
    * Flexible spending accounts
    * Tuition reimbursement
    * Vision care coverage
    * Work/Life resources
    * Accidental death & dismemberment insurance
    * Credit Union membership
    * Employee and Dependent life insurance
    * Disability insurance
    * Long-term care insurance

Overview:
 
We believe strongly that commercial success can be achieved in a manner consistent with principles and ideals that bind us together as one company, that set us apart from our competitors, and that in the end will allow us to say we have succeeded commercially by doing the right thing the right way.
 
We believe that the Company's success is inextricably linked to our employees' satisfaction and success: satisfaction that they work for an industry leader committed to improving safety, satisfaction that they work for a company that does the right thing, and satisfaction that the company will reward them for their contributions and provide opportunities for personal growth and success.
 
We believe our employees take pride in knowing that they help people live safer more secure lives everyday.
 
Responsibility. What's your policy?

Job
 Legal
Primary Location
US-IL-Warrenville
Schedule
 Full-time
Education Level
 Doctorate Degree (over 19 years)
Shift
 Day Job
Firm type In House
Contact Info Apply Online
Source Firm WebSite

Field Counsel at Chicago

Company Name Liberty Mutual Insurance Company
Location Chicago
State IL
Job Title Field Counsel
Job Description Field Counsel-12508

Description
 
Advance your Legal career at Liberty Mutual - A Fortune 100 Company!
 
Liberty Mutual has an exciting opportunity for an attorney.  As a Field Counsel you will represent the company and its policyholders in civil litigation and workers' compensation matters involving claims for money damages or compensation for personal injury or property damage of a moderate value with moderately complex legal issues.
 
 Responsibilities:

    * Use Litigation Protocols to develop and revise appropriate legal strategy for discovery, investigation, handling and trial/hearing of cases or matters
    * Conduct necessary and appropriate discovery, hearings, trials, depositions, oral arguments, mediations, arbitrations and similar proceedings. 
    * Research the law applicable to cases or matters; drafts legal documents, pleadings, motions, briefs and opinions as required.  If requested, conduct settlement negotiations.
    *
      Advise, communicate and confer with Claims Representatives and Insured Clients, rendering clear, unambiguous legal opinions and advice.  Personally meet with, and maintain good relations and communications with Claims Representatives and Insured Clients as required.
    *
       Remain current with developments in the law; understand medical, scientific, construction, products, engineering or similar issues and defenses involved with cases or matters.
    *
       Prepare and conduct training sessions for Legal, Claims or other departments as required.
    *
       Provide daily direction and guidance to junior attorneys.
    *
      Understand and creatively use technology; apply technology to the process of law to improve quality and reduce cost.
    * Act as a team or group leader for an assigned group within the office.
    * Interface with Home Office Legal department.

Qualifications:
 
Case/Matter Experience: 0-5 years of progressively more mature litigation and case handling experience since Bar admission.  Sole file responsibility with moderate supervision/ratification.  Lawyer must be admitted in Illinois.
 
Client Relations Skills: Lawyer must have solid basic client relations skills.  Ability to communicate clearly and earn the trust and confidence of claims personnel is expected.  Incumbent needs to quickly develop and then maintain excellent communications and relationships with clients, measured by formal and informal feedback from the claims clients.  This position requires a moderate understanding of the insurance industry and Liberty Mutual business. The position requires a committed customer focus in situations where a mid-level of sophistication is acceptable.
 
Supervision of Others/Delegation Skills: Incumbent must demonstrate moderate capabilities in paralegal and support staff supervision for a high volume practice.
 
Operations/Compliance: Moderate ability to understand and establish metrics, willingness to work within existing framework critical; collaboration abilities and aptitudes must be evident.
 
Office Systems and Use of Technology: Incumbent has a high degree of knowledge, comfort and capabilities with use of forms and templates and technology.
 
Case Management: Incumbent is willing to learn and to develop critical litigation and operational skills. This includes ability for ongoing review of case strategy, stages and total management of cost.
 
Reputation in courts, jurisdictional expertise:  It is expected that the incumbent will develop this reputation over time.
 
Communication:  Moderate communication skills and capabilities are very important to the success of this position.  Ability to deal constructively with Opposing Counsel is important.
 
Benefits:
We recognize that talented people are attracted to companies that provide competitive pay, comprehensive benefits packages and outstanding advancement opportunities. For this reason we offer a Comprehensive Benefits Plan that includes the following:

    * 401K and Company paid pension plan
    * Medical coverage
    * Dental coverage
    * Paid time-off
    * Pay-for-Performance
    * Discounts on automobile and homeowner's insurance
    * Discount fitness memberships
    * Flexible spending accounts
    * Tuition reimbursement
    * Vision care coverage
    * Work/Life resources
    * Accidental death & dismemberment insurance
    * Credit Union membership
    * Employee and Dependent life insurance
    * Disability insurance
    * Long-term care insurance

Overview:
 
We believe strongly that commercial success can be achieved in a manner consistent with principles and ideals that bind us together as one company, that set us apart from our competitors, and that in the end will allow us to say we have succeeded commercially by doing the right thing the right way.
 
We believe that the Company's success is inextricably linked to our employees' satisfaction and success: satisfaction that they work for an industry leader committed to improving safety, satisfaction that they work for a company that does the right thing, and satisfaction that the company will reward them for their contributions and provide opportunities for personal growth and success.
 
We believe our employees take pride in knowing that they help people live safer more secure lives everyday.
 
Responsibility. What's your policy?

Job
 Legal
Primary Location
US-IL-Chicago
Schedule
 Full-time
Education Level
 Doctorate Degree (over 19 years)
Shift
 Day Job
Firm type In House
Contact Info Apply Online
Source Firm WebSite

Field Counsel at San Diego

Company Name Liberty Mutual Insurance Company
Location San Diego
State CA
Job Title Field Counsel
Job Description Field Counsel-12486

Description
 
Advance your Legal career at Liberty Mutual - A Fortune 100 Company!
 
Liberty Mutual has an exciting opportunity for an attorney.  As a Field Counsel you will represent the company and its policyholders in civil litigation and workers' compensation matters involving claims for money damages or compensation for personal injury or property damage of a moderate value with moderately complex legal issues.
 
 Responsibilities:

    * Use Litigation Protocols to develop and revise appropriate legal strategy for discovery, investigation, handling and trial/hearing of cases or matters
    * Conduct necessary and appropriate discovery, hearings, trials, depositions, oral arguments, mediations, arbitrations and similar proceedings. 
    * Research the law applicable to cases or matters; drafts legal documents, pleadings, motions, briefs and opinions as required.  If requested, conduct settlement negotiations.
    *
      Advise, communicate and confer with Claims Representatives and Insured Clients, rendering clear, unambiguous legal opinions and advice.  Personally meet with, and maintain good relations and communications with Claims Representatives and Insured Clients as required.
    *
       Remain current with developments in the law; understand medical, scientific, construction, products, engineering or similar issues and defenses involved with cases or matters.
    *
       Prepare and conduct training sessions for Legal, Claims or other departments as required.
    *
       Provide daily direction and guidance to junior attorneys.
    *
      Understand and creatively use technology; apply technology to the process of law to improve quality and reduce cost.
    * Act as a team or group leader for an assigned group within the office.
    * Interface with Home Office Legal department.

Qualifications:

    * Completion of law school with LLB or JD and admission to the bar.
    * Special license to practice before a particular board or federal court may be necessary.
    * A minimum of 1 successful year experience as an attorney.
    * A general knowledge of insurance law and specific understanding of the operations and requirements of insured clients, customers and the company.
    * The ability to effectively communicate and persuade by written or spoken word is critical.
    * Experience and ability appropriate to the level of cases or matters handled.

Benefits:

We recognize that talented people are attracted to companies that provide competitive pay, comprehensive benefits packages and outstanding advancement opportunities. For this reason we offer a Comprehensive Benefits Plan that includes the following:

    * 401K and Company paid pension plan
    * Medical coverage
    * Dental coverage
    * Paid time-off
    * Pay-for-Performance
    * Discounts on automobile and homeowner's insurance
    * Discount fitness memberships
    * Flexible spending accounts
    * Tuition reimbursement
    * Vision care coverage
    * Work/Life resources
    * Accidental death & dismemberment insurance
    * Credit Union membership
    * Employee and Dependent life insurance
    * Disability insurance
    * Long-term care insurance

Overview:

 

We believe strongly that commercial success can be achieved in a manner consistent with principles and ideals that bind us together as one company, that set us apart from our competitors, and that in the end will allow us to say we have succeeded commercially by doing the right thing the right way.

 

We believe that the Company’s success is inextricably linked to our employees' satisfaction and success: satisfaction that they work for an industry leader committed to improving safety, satisfaction that they work for a company that does the right thing, and satisfaction that the company will reward them for their contributions and provide opportunities for personal growth and success.

 

We believe our employees take pride in knowing that they help people live safer more secure lives everyday.

 

Responsibility. What’s your policy?

Job
 Legal
Primary Location
US-CA-San Diego
Schedule
 Full-time
Salary (Pay Basis)
 55,000-63,700
Education Level
 Doctorate Degree (over 19 years)
Shift
 Day Job
Travel
 No
Firm type In House
Contact Info Apply Online
Source Firm WebSite

Field Counsel at Chicago

Company Name Liberty Mutual Insurance Company
Location Chicago
State IL
Job Title Field Counsel
Job Description Field Counsel-12172

Description
 
Advance your Legal career at Liberty Mutual - A Fortune 100 Company!
 
Liberty Mutual has an exciting opportunity for an attorney.  As a Field Counsel you will represent the company and its policyholders in civil litigation matters involving claims for money damages or compensation for personal injury or property damage of a moderate value with moderately complex legal issues.
 
 Responsibilities:

    * Use Litigation Protocols to develop and revise appropriate legal strategy for discovery, investigation, handling and trial/hearing of cases or matters
    * Conduct necessary and appropriate discovery, hearings, trials, depositions, oral arguments, mediations, arbitrations and similar proceedings. 
    * Research the law applicable to cases or matters; drafts legal documents, pleadings, motions, briefs and opinions as required.  If requested, conduct settlement negotiations.
    *
      Advise, communicate and confer with Claims Representatives and Insured Clients, rendering clear, unambiguous legal opinions and advice.  Personally meet with, and maintain good relations and communications with Claims Representatives and Insured Clients as required.
    *
       Remain current with developments in the law; understand medical, scientific, construction, products, engineering or similar issues and defenses involved with cases or matters.
    *
       Prepare and conduct training sessions for Legal, Claims or other departments as required.
    *
       Provide daily direction and guidance to junior attorneys.
    *
      Understand and creatively use technology; apply technology to the process of law to improve quality and reduce cost.
    * Act as a team or group leader for an assigned group within the office.
    * Interface with Home Office Legal department.

Qualifications:
 
Case/Matter Experience: 10+ years of progressively more mature litigation and case handling experience since Bar admission.  Sole file responsibility with moderate supervision/ratification.  Lawyer must be admitted in Illinois.
 
Client Relations Skills: Lawyer must have solid basic client relations skills.  Ability to communicate clearly and earn the trust and confidence of claims personnel is expected.  Incumbent needs to quickly develop and then maintain excellent communications and relationships with clients, measured by formal and informal feedback from the claims clients.  This position requires a moderate understanding of the insurance industry and Liberty Mutual business. The position requires a committed customer focus in situations where a mid-level of sophistication is acceptable.
 
Supervision of Others/Delegation Skills: Incumbent must demonstrate moderate capabilities in paralegal and support staff supervision for a high volume practice.
 
Operations/Compliance: Moderate ability to understand and establish metrics, willingness to work within existing framework critical; collaboration abilities and aptitudes must be evident.
 
Office Systems and Use of Technology: Incumbent has a high degree of knowledge, comfort and capabilities with use of forms and templates and technology.
 
Case Management: Incumbent is willing to learn and to develop critical litigation and operational skills. This includes ability for ongoing review of case strategy, stages and total management of cost.
 
Reputation in courts, jurisdictional expertise:  It is expected that the incumbent will develop this reputation over time.
 
Communication:  Moderate communication skills and capabilities are very important to the success of this position.  Ability to deal constructively with Opposing Counsel is important.
 
Benefits:
We recognize that talented people are attracted to companies that provide competitive pay, comprehensive benefits packages and outstanding advancement opportunities. For this reason we offer a Comprehensive Benefits Plan that includes the following:

    * 401K and Company paid pension plan
    * Medical coverage
    * Dental coverage
    * Paid time-off
    * Pay-for-Performance
    * Discounts on automobile and homeowner's insurance
    * Discount fitness memberships
    * Flexible spending accounts
    * Tuition reimbursement
    * Vision care coverage
    * Work/Life resources
    * Accidental death & dismemberment insurance
    * Credit Union membership
    * Employee and Dependent life insurance
    * Disability insurance
    * Long-term care insurance

Overview:
 
We believe strongly that commercial success can be achieved in a manner consistent with principles and ideals that bind us together as one company, that set us apart from our competitors, and that in the end will allow us to say we have succeeded commercially by doing the right thing the right way.
 
We believe that the Company's success is inextricably linked to our employees' satisfaction and success: satisfaction that they work for an industry leader committed to improving safety, satisfaction that they work for a company that does the right thing, and satisfaction that the company will reward them for their contributions and provide opportunities for personal growth and success.
 
We believe our employees take pride in knowing that they help people live safer more secure lives everyday.
 
Responsibility. What's your policy?

Job
 Legal
Primary Location
US-IL-Chicago
Schedule
 Full-time
Education Level
 Doctorate Degree (over 19 years)
Shift
 Day Job
Firm type In House
Contact Info Apply Online
Source Firm WebSite

Field Counsel at Sunset Hills

Company Name Liberty Mutual Insurance Company
Location Sunset Hills
State MO
Job Title Field Counsel
Job Description Field Counsel-11886

Description
 
Advance your Legal career at Liberty Mutual - A Fortune 100 Company!
 
Liberty Mutual has an exciting opportunity for an attorney licensed in both Missouri and Illinois, with 2-5 years of civil litigation experience (preferably insurance defense). Workers' Compensation experience is a plus.  As a Field Counsel you will represent the company and its policyholders in civil litigation and workers' compensation matters involving claims for money damages or compensation for personal injury or property damage of a moderate value with moderately complex legal issues.
 
 Responsibilities:

    * Use Litigation Protocols to develop and revise appropriate legal strategy for discovery, investigation, handling and trial/hearing of cases or matters
    * Conduct necessary and appropriate discovery, hearings, trials, depositions, oral arguments, mediations, arbitrations and similar proceedings. 
    * Research the law applicable to cases or matters; drafts legal documents, pleadings, motions, briefs and opinions as required.  If requested, conduct settlement negotiations.
    *
      Advise, communicate and confer with Claims Representatives and Insured Clients, rendering clear, unambiguous legal opinions and advice.  Personally meet with, and maintain good relations and communications with Claims Representatives and Insured Clients as required.
    *
       Remain current with developments in the law; understand medical, scientific, construction, products, engineering or similar issues and defenses involved with cases or matters.
    *
       Prepare and conduct training sessions for Legal, Claims or other departments as required.
    *
       Provide daily direction and guidance to junior attorneys.
    *
      Understand and creatively use technology; apply technology to the process of law to improve quality and reduce cost.
    * Act as a team or group leader for an assigned group within the office.
    * Interface with Home Office Legal department.

Qualifications:

    * Missouri and Illinois licensure is required.
    * Completion of law school with LLB or JD and admission to the bar.
    * Special license to practice before a particular board or federal court may be necessary.
    * A minimum of 2 - 5 successful years experience as an attorney (preferably insurance defense).
    * A general knowledge of insurance law and specific understanding of the operations and requirements of insured clients, customers and the company.
    * The ability to effectively communicate and persuade by written or spoken word is critical.
    * Experience and ability appropriate to the level of cases or matters handled.

Benefits:
We recognize that talented people are attracted to companies that provide competitive pay, comprehensive benefits packages and outstanding advancement opportunities. For this reason we offer a Comprehensive Benefits Plan that includes the following:

    * 401K and Company paid pension plan
    * Medical coverage
    * Dental coverage
    * Paid time-off
    * Pay-for-Performance
    * Discounts on automobile and homeowner's insurance
    * Discount fitness memberships
    * Flexible spending accounts
    * Tuition reimbursement
    * Vision care coverage
    * Work/Life resources
    * Accidental death & dismemberment insurance
    * Credit Union membership
    * Employee and Dependent life insurance
    * Disability insurance
    * Long-term care insurance

Overview:
 
We believe strongly that commercial success can be achieved in a manner consistent with principles and ideals that bind us together as one company, that set us apart from our competitors, and that in the end will allow us to say we have succeeded commercially by doing the right thing the right way.
 
We believe that the Company's success is inextricably linked to our employees' satisfaction and success: satisfaction that they work for an industry leader committed to improving safety, satisfaction that they work for a company that does the right thing, and satisfaction that the company will reward them for their contributions and provide opportunities for personal growth and success.
 
We believe our employees take pride in knowing that they help people live safer more secure lives everyday.
 
Responsibility. What's your policy?

Job
 Legal
Primary Location
US-MO-Sunset Hills
Schedule
 Full-time
Salary (Pay Basis)
 72,650-82,800
Education Level
 Doctorate Degree (over 19 years)
Shift
 Day Job
Travel
 Yes, 25% of the time
Firm type In House
Contact Info Apply Online
Source Firm WebSite

Field Counsel at Tampa

Company Name Liberty Mutual Insurance Company
Location Tampa
State FL
Job Title  Field Counsel
Job Description Field Counsel-12322

Description
 
Advance your Legal career at Liberty Mutual - A Fortune 100 Company!
 
Liberty Mutual has an exciting opportunity for an attorney.  As a Field Counsel you will represent the company and its policyholders in civil litigation and workers' compensation matters involving claims for money damages or compensation for personal injury or property damage of a moderate value with moderately complex legal issues.
 
 Responsibilities:

    * Use Litigation Protocols to develop and revise appropriate legal strategy for discovery, investigation, handling and trial/hearing of cases or matters
    * Conduct necessary and appropriate discovery, hearings, trials, depositions, oral arguments, mediations, arbitrations and similar proceedings. 
    * Research the law applicable to cases or matters; drafts legal documents, pleadings, motions, briefs and opinions as required.  If requested, conduct settlement negotiations.
    *
      Advise, communicate and confer with Claims Representatives and Insured Clients, rendering clear, unambiguous legal opinions and advice.  Personally meet with, and maintain good relations and communications with Claims Representatives and Insured Clients as required.
    *
       Remain current with developments in the law; understand medical, scientific, construction, products, engineering or similar issues and defenses involved with cases or matters.
    *
       Prepare and conduct training sessions for Legal, Claims or other departments as required.
    *
       Provide daily direction and guidance to junior attorneys.
    *
      Understand and creatively use technology; apply technology to the process of law to improve quality and reduce cost.
    * Act as a team or group leader for an assigned group within the office.
    * Interface with Home Office Legal department.

Qualifications:

    * Completion of law school with LLB or JD and admission to the Florida bar.
    * Special license to practice before a particular board or federal court may be necessary.
    * A minimum of 2-3 successful years experience as an attorney.
    * A general knowledge of insurance law and specific understanding of the operations and requirements of insured clients, customers and the company.
    * The ability to effectively communicate and persuade by written or spoken word is critical.
    * Experience and ability appropriate to the level of cases or matters handled.

Benefits:

We recognize that talented people are attracted to companies that provide competitive pay, comprehensive benefits packages and outstanding advancement opportunities. For this reason we offer a Comprehensive Benefits Plan that includes the following:

    * 401K and Company paid pension plan
    * Medical coverage
    * Dental coverage
    * Paid time-off
    * Pay-for-Performance
    * Discounts on automobile and homeowner's insurance
    * Discount fitness memberships
    * Flexible spending accounts
    * Tuition reimbursement
    * Vision care coverage
    * Work/Life resources
    * Accidental death & dismemberment insurance
    * Credit Union membership
    * Employee and Dependent life insurance
    * Disability insurance
    * Long-term care insurance

Overview:

 

We believe strongly that commercial success can be achieved in a manner consistent with principles and ideals that bind us together as one company, that set us apart from our competitors, and that in the end will allow us to say we have succeeded commercially by doing the right thing the right way.

 

We believe that the Company's success is inextricably linked to our employees' satisfaction and success: satisfaction that they work for an industry leader committed to improving safety, satisfaction that they work for a company that does the right thing, and satisfaction that the company will reward them for their contributions and provide opportunities for personal growth and success.

 

We believe our employees take pride in knowing that they help people live safer more secure lives everyday.

 

Responsibility. What's your policy?

Job
 Legal
Primary Location
US-FL-Tampa
Schedule
 Full-time
Salary (Pay Basis)
 63,700-67,000
Education Level
 Bachelor's Degree (±16 years)
Shift
 Day Job
Firm type In House
Contact Info Apply Online
Source Firm WebSite

Field Counsel at Milwaukee

Company Name Liberty Mutual Insurance Company
Location Milwaukee
State WI
Job Title Field Counsel
Job Description Field Counsel-12252

Description
 
Advance your Legal career at Liberty Mutual - A Fortune 100 Company!
 
Liberty Mutual has an exciting opportunity for an attorney.  As a Field Counsel you will represent the company and its policyholders in civil litigation and workers' compensation matters involving claims for money damages or compensation for personal injury or property damage of a moderate value with moderately complex legal issues.
 
 Responsibilities:

    * Use Litigation Protocols to develop and revise appropriate legal strategy for discovery, investigation, handling and trial/hearing of cases or matters
    * Conduct necessary and appropriate discovery, hearings, trials, depositions, oral arguments, mediations, arbitrations and similar proceedings. 
    * Research the law applicable to cases or matters; drafts legal documents, pleadings, motions, briefs and opinions as required.  If requested, conduct settlement negotiations.
    *
      Advise, communicate and confer with Claims Representatives and Insured Clients, rendering clear, unambiguous legal opinions and advice.  Personally meet with, and maintain good relations and communications with Claims Representatives and Insured Clients as required.
    *
       Remain current with developments in the law; understand medical, scientific, construction, products, engineering or similar issues and defenses involved with cases or matters.
    *
       Prepare and conduct training sessions for Legal, Claims or other departments as required.
    *
       Provide daily direction and guidance to junior attorneys.
    *
      Understand and creatively use technology; apply technology to the process of law to improve quality and reduce cost.
    * Act as a team or group leader for an assigned group within the office.
    * Interface with Home Office Legal department.

Qualifications:
 
Case/Matter Experience: 0-5 years of progressively more mature litigation and case handling experience since Bar admission.  Sole file responsibility with supervision/ratification.  Lawyer must be admitted in Wisconsin.
 
Client Relations Skills: Lawyer must have solid basic client relations skills.  Ability to communicate clearly and earn the trust and confidence of claims personnel is expected.  Incumbent needs to quickly develop and then maintain excellent communications and relationships with clients, measured by formal and informal feedback from the claims clients.  This position requires a fundamental understanding of the insurance industry and Liberty Mutual business. The position requires a committed customer focus in situations where a modest level of sophistication is acceptable.
 
Supervision of Others/Delegation Skills: Incumbent must demonstrate basic capabilities in paralegal and support staff supervision for a high volume practice.
 
Operations/Compliance: Ability to understand and establish metrics, willingness to work within existing framework critical; collaboration abilities and aptitudes must be evident;
 
Office Systems and Use of Technology: Incumbent has a high degree of knowledge, comfort and capabilities with use of forms and templates and technology.
 
Case Management:: Incumbent is willing to learn and to develop critical litigation and operational skills. This includes ability for ongoing review of case strategy, stages and total matter management of cost.
 
Reputation in courts, jurisdictional expertise:  It is expected that the incumbent will develop this reputation over time.
 
Communication:  Basic communication skills and capabilities are very important to the success of this position.  Ability to deal constructively with Opposing Counsel is important.
 
 
Benefits:
We recognize that talented people are attracted to companies that provide competitive pay, comprehensive benefits packages and outstanding advancement opportunities. For this reason we offer a Comprehensive Benefits Plan that includes the following:

    * 401K and Company paid pension plan
    * Medical coverage
    * Dental coverage
    * Paid time-off
    * Pay-for-Performance
    * Discounts on automobile and homeowner's insurance
    * Discount fitness memberships
    * Flexible spending accounts
    * Tuition reimbursement
    * Vision care coverage
    * Work/Life resources
    * Accidental death & dismemberment insurance
    * Credit Union membership
    * Employee and Dependent life insurance
    * Disability insurance
    * Long-term care insurance

Overview:
 
We believe strongly that commercial success can be achieved in a manner consistent with principles and ideals that bind us together as one company, that set us apart from our competitors, and that in the end will allow us to say we have succeeded commercially by doing the right thing the right way.
 
We believe that the Company's success is inextricably linked to our employees' satisfaction and success: satisfaction that they work for an industry leader committed to improving safety, satisfaction that they work for a company that does the right thing, and satisfaction that the company will reward them for their contributions and provide opportunities for personal growth and success.
 
We believe our employees take pride in knowing that they help people live safer more secure lives everyday.
 
Responsibility. What's your policy?

Job
 Legal
Primary Location
US-WI-Milwaukee
Schedule
 Full-time
Education Level
 Doctorate Degree (over 19 years)
Shift
 Day Job
Firm type In House
Contact Info Apply Online
Source Firm WebSite

Field Counsel at Metairie

Company Name Liberty Mutual Insurance Company
Location Metairie
State LA
Job Title Field Counsel
Job Description Field Counsel-11109

Description
 
Advance your Legal career at Liberty Mutual - A Fortune 100 Company!
 
Liberty Mutual has an exciting opportunity for an attorney.  As a Field Counsel you will represent the company and its policyholders in civil litigation and workers' compensation matters involving claims for money damages or compensation for personal injury or property damage of a moderate value with moderately complex legal issues.
 
 Responsibilities:

    * Use Litigation Protocols to develop and revise appropriate legal strategy for discovery, investigation, handling and trial/hearing of cases or matters
    * Conduct necessary and appropriate discovery, hearings, trials, depositions, oral arguments, mediations, arbitrations and similar proceedings. 
    * Research the law applicable to cases or matters; drafts legal documents, pleadings, motions, briefs and opinions as required.  If requested, conduct settlement negotiations.
    *
      Advise, communicate and confer with Claims Representatives and Insured Clients, rendering clear, unambiguous legal opinions and advice.  Personally meet with, and maintain good relations and communications with Claims Representatives and Insured Clients as required.
    *
       Remain current with developments in the law; understand medical, scientific, construction, products, engineering or similar issues and defenses involved with cases or matters.
    *
       Prepare and conduct training sessions for Legal, Claims or other departments as required.
    *
       Provide daily direction and guidance to junior attorneys.
    *
      Understand and creatively use technology; apply technology to the process of law to improve quality and reduce cost.
    * Act as a team or group leader for an assigned group within the office.
    * Interface with Home Office Legal department.

Qualifications:

    * Completion of law school with LLB or JD and admission to the bar.
    * Special license to practice before a particular board or federal court may be necessary.
    * A minimum of 1 successful year experience as an attorney.
    * A general knowledge of insurance law and specific understanding of the operations and requirements of insured clients, customers and the company.
    * The ability to effectively communicate and persuade by written or spoken word is critical.
    * Experience and ability appropriate to the level of cases or matters handled.

Benefits:

We recognize that talented people are attracted to companies that provide competitive pay, comprehensive benefits packages and outstanding advancement opportunities. For this reason we offer a Comprehensive Benefits Plan that includes the following:

    * 401K and Company paid pension plan
    * Medical coverage
    * Dental coverage
    * Paid time-off
    * Pay-for-Performance
    * Discounts on automobile and homeowner's insurance
    * Discount fitness memberships
    * Flexible spending accounts
    * Tuition reimbursement
    * Vision care coverage
    * Work/Life resources
    * Accidental death & dismemberment insurance
    * Credit Union membership
    * Employee and Dependent life insurance
    * Disability insurance
    * Long-term care insurance

Overview:

 

We believe strongly that commercial success can be achieved in a manner consistent with principles and ideals that bind us together as one company, that set us apart from our competitors, and that in the end will allow us to say we have succeeded commercially by doing the right thing the right way.

 

We believe that the Company's success is inextricably linked to our employees' satisfaction and success: satisfaction that they work for an industry leader committed to improving safety, satisfaction that they work for a company that does the right thing, and satisfaction that the company will reward them for their contributions and provide opportunities for personal growth and success.

 

We believe our employees take pride in knowing that they help people live safer more secure lives everyday.

 

Responsibility. What's your policy?

Job
 Legal
Primary Location
US-LA-Metairie
Schedule
 Full-time
Salary (Pay Basis)
 60,150-68,100
Education Level
 Doctorate Degree (over 19 years)
Shift
 Day Job
Firm type In House
Contact Info Apply Online
Source Firm WebSite
 
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