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    Staff or Senior Staff Attorney - New York, United States - The Hartford

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    Sr Staff Attorney - LM07DE

    Staff Attorney - LM07EE


    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.

    A new role can expand your knowledge and your network, and help you learn more about our business. If you think this opportunity is a fit for your career, you should apply. If you are not sure, you can have a conversation with your manager.


    The Hartford currently has an in-house remote opportunity for a Staff Attorney/Senior Staff Attorney to litigate cases throughout the New York City area.

    This position is an ideal fit for an Attorney with litigation experience in motor-vehicle accidents, property damage claims and No-Fault claims, with the opportunity to handle premises actions, who wishes to practice in a collegial firm with other experienced litigators.

    The Staff Attorney / Senior Staff Attorney will strive to deliver the best possible results in pending litigation. In this position, the attorney reports to the Staff Legal Managing Attorney and the Assistant Managing Attorney. Our selected candidate shall demonstrate the ability to independently handle cases.


    RESPONSIBILITIES:

    • Independently handle lawsuits involving motor-vehicle accidents, property damage claims and No-Fault claims, with the opportunity to handle premises lawsuits.
    • Prepare pleadings, written discovery, reports, motions and briefs in support of defense strategies 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 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.
    • Prompt, efficient and effective disposition of assigned cases.
    • Attend continuing legal education seminars in order to maintain high level of professional expertise.

    QUALIFICATIONS:
    This position may be filled as a Staff Attorney or a Senior Staff Attorney commensurate with a candidate's experience.

    Qualified Staff Attorney candidates will possess the following qualifications:


    • Minimum of three (3) 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.
    • Federal admission in SDNY and EDNY is a plus.
    • Strong legal research and writing skills.
    • Excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize duties and time are essential.
    • Strong communication, computer and technological skills, and the ability to quickly leverage new software are required.
    Qualified Senior Staff Attorney candidates will possess the following qualifications:


    • Minimum of 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.
    • Federal admission in SDNY and EDNY is a plus.
    • Strong legal research and writing skills.
    • Excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize duties and time are essential.
    • Strong communication, computer and technological skills, and the ability to quickly leverage new software are required.


    For full-time, occasional, part-time or remote positions: (1) high speed broadband internet service is required, we do not recommend or support DSL, wireless, Wi-Fi, Hotspots, Fiber without a modem and Satellite; (2) Internet provider supplied modem/router/gateway is hardwired to the Hartford issued computer with an ethernet cable; and (3) minimum upload/download speeds of 5Mbps/30Mbps will be required.

    To confirm whether your Internet system has sufficient speeds, please visit from your personal computer.

    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:

    $102,960-$185040


    The posted salary range reflects our ability to hire at different position titles and levels depending on background and experience.

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