Zurich 56 Company Ltd
Overview
Zurich is looking for a Sr. Liability Trial Attorney to join our in-house Staff Legal team. This Trial Attorney will be responsible for representing the commercial insureds of a prestigious and financially stable commercial insurance carrier, and preparing and trying high complexity, high exposure General Liability and Commercial Auto personal injury cases. At Zurich North America we acknowledge that work life-balance and flexibility are a priority when it comes to choosing your next career move. Designed with our employees' needs in mind, this position is fully remote, emphasizing flexibility by allowing employees to conduct individual work in their preferred location, while facilitating in-person connections and collaborative activities through the use of technology. The candidate selected must reside in and be licensed in the State of Colorado. Ready for a career move? Consider working for a company with a global footprint that offers an incentive plan, terrific benefits including a dollar-for-dollar 401K Match and a second 401K contribution, flexible work options, and a great culture.
Responsibilities
Represent the commercial insureds of Zurich as part of the in-house Staff Legal team, handling high complexity general liability and commercial auto personal injury cases. Perform duties encompassing all aspects of insurance defense, including initial investigation and legal analysis, advising on legal strategy, preparing and filing legal pleadings and documents, conducting legal research, and preparing for and conducting pre-trial discovery. Prepare for and aggressively handling hearings and trials, and conduct post-trial activities where appropriate. Demonstrate case analysis ability and a track record of proven trial and negotiation skills. Work independently and with minimal supervision, and manage remote team-based work using video conferencing, task assignments, and other computer-based systems.
Qualifications
Basic Qualifications: Juris Doctor and 7 or more years of experience in the Litigation area Active member in good standing of the Colorado State Bar Experience with Microsoft Office and Adobe Experience working with Lexis or Westlaw Knowledge of the insurance industry, claims and the insurance defense litigation legal environment Preferred Qualifications: First Chair Jury trial experience Experience handling insurance industry claims and general commercial litigation, including but not limited to wrongful death, commercial motor vehicle torts, products and premises liability, and personal injury, from inception through trial. Well organized with good analytical skills, excellent oral and written communication skills, proactive file and caseload management, and the ability to work independently as well as within a team. Ability to budget costs and calculate exposure for clients. Efficient work habits, knowledge of billables and diary review with substantive and procedural legal knowledge. Understands the staff counsel function and role in overall business. Prior experience in an insurance defense environment. Experience working in a team-based environment. PC literate.
Compensation and Benefits
At Zurich, compensation for roles is influenced by a variety of factors, including but not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. In compliance with local laws, Zurich commits to providing a fair and reasonable compensation range for each role. For more information about our Total Rewards, please click here. Additional rewards may encompass short-term incentive bonuses and merit increases. We encourage candidates with salary expectations beyond the provided range to apply as they will be considered based on their experience, skills, and education. The compensation indicated represents a nationwide market range and has not been adjusted for geographic differentials pertaining to the location where the position may be filled. The proposed salary range for this position is $150,000.00 - $185,100.00, with short-term incentive bonus eligibility set at 15%. Zurich in North America is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
Additional Information
Zurich does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Any unsolicited resume will become the property of Zurich American Insurance. If you are a preferred vendor, please use our Recruiting Agency Portal for resume submission.
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Zurich is looking for a Sr. Liability Trial Attorney to join our in-house Staff Legal team. This Trial Attorney will be responsible for representing the commercial insureds of a prestigious and financially stable commercial insurance carrier, and preparing and trying high complexity, high exposure General Liability and Commercial Auto personal injury cases. At Zurich North America we acknowledge that work life-balance and flexibility are a priority when it comes to choosing your next career move. Designed with our employees' needs in mind, this position is fully remote, emphasizing flexibility by allowing employees to conduct individual work in their preferred location, while facilitating in-person connections and collaborative activities through the use of technology. The candidate selected must reside in and be licensed in the State of Colorado. Ready for a career move? Consider working for a company with a global footprint that offers an incentive plan, terrific benefits including a dollar-for-dollar 401K Match and a second 401K contribution, flexible work options, and a great culture.
Responsibilities
Represent the commercial insureds of Zurich as part of the in-house Staff Legal team, handling high complexity general liability and commercial auto personal injury cases. Perform duties encompassing all aspects of insurance defense, including initial investigation and legal analysis, advising on legal strategy, preparing and filing legal pleadings and documents, conducting legal research, and preparing for and conducting pre-trial discovery. Prepare for and aggressively handling hearings and trials, and conduct post-trial activities where appropriate. Demonstrate case analysis ability and a track record of proven trial and negotiation skills. Work independently and with minimal supervision, and manage remote team-based work using video conferencing, task assignments, and other computer-based systems.
Qualifications
Basic Qualifications: Juris Doctor and 7 or more years of experience in the Litigation area Active member in good standing of the Colorado State Bar Experience with Microsoft Office and Adobe Experience working with Lexis or Westlaw Knowledge of the insurance industry, claims and the insurance defense litigation legal environment Preferred Qualifications: First Chair Jury trial experience Experience handling insurance industry claims and general commercial litigation, including but not limited to wrongful death, commercial motor vehicle torts, products and premises liability, and personal injury, from inception through trial. Well organized with good analytical skills, excellent oral and written communication skills, proactive file and caseload management, and the ability to work independently as well as within a team. Ability to budget costs and calculate exposure for clients. Efficient work habits, knowledge of billables and diary review with substantive and procedural legal knowledge. Understands the staff counsel function and role in overall business. Prior experience in an insurance defense environment. Experience working in a team-based environment. PC literate.
Compensation and Benefits
At Zurich, compensation for roles is influenced by a variety of factors, including but not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. In compliance with local laws, Zurich commits to providing a fair and reasonable compensation range for each role. For more information about our Total Rewards, please click here. Additional rewards may encompass short-term incentive bonuses and merit increases. We encourage candidates with salary expectations beyond the provided range to apply as they will be considered based on their experience, skills, and education. The compensation indicated represents a nationwide market range and has not been adjusted for geographic differentials pertaining to the location where the position may be filled. The proposed salary range for this position is $150,000.00 - $185,100.00, with short-term incentive bonus eligibility set at 15%. Zurich in North America is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
Additional Information
Zurich does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Any unsolicited resume will become the property of Zurich American Insurance. If you are a preferred vendor, please use our Recruiting Agency Portal for resume submission.
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