Sr Staff Attorney - LM07DE
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The Hartford currently has an in-house opportunity for a Senior Staff Attorney to litigate cases in both State and Federal Courts in Connecticut. This position is remote and an ideal fit for an Attorney interested in defending personal injury claims arising out of Premises Liability and Automobile Accidents. They shall join an experienced team of Attorneys and legal professionals who strive to deliver the best possible result in pending litigation. As a Staff Attorney for The Hartford you will join a collaborative learning environment where you will have direct contact with our Claims Professionals all while working from home. If you join our team, you will find that we foster personal growth and are all driven to provide excellent customer service to our Claims Partners and insureds.
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RESPONSBILITIES:
• Defend personal injury litigation
• Analyze intricate substantive and procedural legal and factual issues, conduct extensive, well-reasoned legal research, independently develop and present defense strategies on behalf of clients
• Prepare pleadings, written discovery, depositions, motions and briefs in support of defense strategies without supervision because of level of experience and expertise
• Provide effective and timely communications, information, legal advice and other services to clients and claims customers 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
• Provide for the prompt, efficient and effective disposition of assigned cases
• Independently prepare and present witnesses and evidence at trials, judicial and administrative hearings and alternative dispute resolutions
• Research, draft, file and argue appellate briefs in reviewing courts on behalf of clients
• Provide opinions to Managing Attorney, Assistant Managing Attorney, staff, clients and claims customers
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Minimum of 7 - 10 years of legal practice experience
- JD from accredited law school and license to practice in the state of Connecticut
- Positive minded and collaborative team-player attitude
- Strong legal research and writing skills
- Solid MS Office proficiency (Word, Excel, PowerPoint & Outlook)
- Lexis Nexis experience is a plus
- Self-directed with excellent organizational and prioritization skills
- Strong computer skills and the ability to quickly leverage new software as required
WHAT ELSE CAN YOU TELL ME?
- This position is a remote work position however, the selected candidate will travel for court appearances as needed throughout Connecticut.
Compensation
The listed annualized base pay range is primarily based on analysis of similar positions in the external market. Actual base pay could vary and may be above or below the listed range based on factors including but not limited to performance, proficiency and demonstration of competencies required for the role. The base pay is just one component of The Hartford's total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include short-term or annual bonuses, long-term incentives, and on-the-spot recognition. The annualized base pay range for this role is:
$128,000 - $192,000
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