Trial Attorney

Description

The Opportunity:

A highly regarded, super-regional insurance company seeks an experienced Trial Attorney to join their legal team in Wayne, Pennsylvania. This position is hybrid: two days in the office; three days remote. The base salary is $108K - $167K plus a comprehensive benefits package.

Primary Duties:

The Trial Attorney will provide legal defense to insured individuals in complex, high-exposure litigation matters, as well as offer legal counsel to the internal claims department. The Trial Attorney is responsible for independently managing all aspects of litigation, from case analysis and strategy development to trial and appeal. The position requires compliance with legal and regulatory standards and involves occasional travel for court appearances, depositions, and meetings. Additional duties include the following:

• Represent clients in court, including handling trials and appeals.
• Develop and implement defense strategies based on thorough legal research and analysis.
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, and legal briefs.
• Provide legal advice and updates to claims professionals and clients.
• Participate in training and development of claims staff.
• Maintain professional communication with courts, clients, and opposing counsel.
• Stay current with legal trends and complete continuing legal education.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Active Pennsylvania Bar membership in good standing.
• 7+ years of litigation experience in the jurisdiction required; trial experience preferred.
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Proficiency with legal case management software and Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience in commercial auto, premises liability, general liability, and municipal liability cases preferred.
• Valid driver's license required for travel (approximately 20% of the time).

Frink-Hamlett Legal Solutions is an equal employment opportunity employer and all applicants will receive considerations for employment without discrimination based on race, color, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation or citizenship status.

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