Trial Attorney

Zurich is looking for a Trial Attorney for a hybrid role (one day a week) in our Boston, MA office. This Trial Attorney will be responsible for representing the commercial insureds of a prestigious and financially stable commercial insurance carrier, by preparing and trying moderate to high complexity General Liability and Commercial Auto personal injury cases.Ready for a career move? Consider working for a company with a global footprint that offers an excellent work/life balance, career growth, terrific benefits including a dollar-for-dollar 401K Match and a second 401K contribution, flexible work options and a great culture. The selected candidate will perform duties encompassing all aspects of insurance defense, including initial investigation and legal analysis and advice, preparing and filing legal pleadings and documents, performing legal research, preparing for and conducting pre-trial discovery, preparing for and aggressively handling hearings and trials, and conducting post-trial activities where appropriate. We look for demonstrated case analysis ability and a track record of proven trial and negotiation skills, along with the ability to work independently and without substantial supervision. The successful candidate must have strong computer skills and be able to handle remote team-based work which requires them to use video conferencing, task assignments and other computer-based systems.Basic Qualifications: Juris Doctor and 5 or more years of experience in the Insurance Litigation areaANDActive member in good standing with the Massachusetts Bar AssociationsExperience with Microsoft Teams and AdobeExperience working with Lexis or WestlawKnowledge of the insurance industry, claims and the insurance defense litigation legal environmentKnowledge of the law and procedure Preferred Qualifications: Active Member of the Rhode Island Bar AssociationExperience handling Workers’ Compensation claims casesExperience with insurance industry claims and general commercial litigation.Must be well organized with good analytical skills, excellent oral and written communication skills, proactive approach to file handling and caseloads, and able to work independently as well as within a team environment.Demonstrates effective negotiating skills.Ability to budget costs and calculate exposure for clients.Understands the staff counsel function and role in overall business. Experience of working in a paperless environment.Experience in a remote working environmentYour pay at Zurich is based on your role, location, skills, and experience. We follow local laws to ensure fair compensation. You may also be eligible for bonuses and merit increases. If your expectations are above the listed range, we still encourage you to apply—your unique background matters to us. The pay range shown is a national average and may vary by location. The proposed Salary range for this position is $115,200.00 - $188,700.00, with short-term incentive bonus eligibility set at 10%.We offer competitive pay and comprehensive benefits for employees and their families. [Learn more about Total Rewards here.]Why Zurich?At Zurich, we value your ideas and experience. We offer growth, inclusion, and a supportive environment—so you can help shape the future of insurance. Zurich North America is a leader in risk management, with over 150 years of expertise and coverage across 25+ industries, including 90% of the Fortune 500.Join us for a brighter future—for yourself and our customers.Zurich in North America does not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, age, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, pregnancy or other characteristics protected by applicable law. Equal Opportunity Employer disability/vets.Zurich complies with 18 U.S. Code § 1033.Please note: Zurich does not accept unsolicited CVs from agencies. Preferred vendors should use our Recruiting Agency Portal.Location(s): AM - BostonRemote Working: HybridSchedule: Full TimeEmployment Sponsorship Offered: No Linkedin Recruiter Tag: #LI-JM1 #LI-ASSOCIATE #LI-HYBRID