Senior PIP Attorney

The staff counsel office of Plymouth Rock Management Company of New Jersey located in Parsippany, Woodbridge, or Mt Laurel NJ seeks a full-time attorney with an insurance defense background to handle New Jersey No Fault PIP litigation.

The senior attorney would be responsible for handling New Jersey PIP cases filed in Forthright. The position would require the Attorney to conduct Examinations Under Oath and attend arbitrations. The candidate must be organized, a team player, and able to handle a high volume of files and virtual appearances.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Handle all aspects of a high volume pending of 250 or more cases.
• Conduct Examinations Under Oath.
• Attend arbitrations.
• Prepare PIP arbitration submissions and upload same to Forthright.
• Input and maintain information into case management system and ensure data integrity.
• Provides legal research, legal advice and direction to Claims.
• Handle special projects as the need arises.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Fully licensed to practice law in New Jersey.
• New York Bar admission is a plus but not required.
• Possesses at five years’ relevant PIP experience.
• Possesses an ability to analyze arbitration assignments referred from Claims and prepare action plans that address legal issues and defenses.
• Possesses excellent knowledge of NJ No Fault Arbitration rules.
• Possesses an aptitude to work independently in making decisions, in file handling and communicating those decisions to the proper parties.
• Must be able to work in a paperless environment.
• Possesses strong computer skills with working knowledge of MS Word and Outlook.

SALARY RANGE

The pay range for this position is $115,000 to $162,000 annually. Actual compensation will vary based on multiple factors, including employee knowledge and experience, role scope, business needs, geographical location, and internal equity.

PERKS & BENEFITS

• 4 weeks accrued paid time off, 8 paid national holidays per year, and 2 floating holidays
• Low cost and excellent coverage health insurance options that start on Day 1 (medical, dental, vision)
• Annual 401(k) Employer Contribution
• Free onsite gym and health center at our Woodbridge Location
• Resources to promote Professional Development (LinkedIn Learning and licensure assistance)
• Robust health and wellness program and fitness reimbursements
• Various Paid Family leave options including Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement

ABOUT THE COMPANY

The Plymouth Rock Company and its affiliated group of companies write and manage over $2 billion in personal and commercial auto and homeowner’s insurance throughout the Northeast and mid-Atlantic, where we have built an unparalleled reputation for service. We continuously invest in technology, our employees thrive in our empowering environment, and our customers are among the most loyal in the industry. The Plymouth Rock group of companies employs more than 1,900 people and is headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts. Plymouth Rock Assurance Corporation holds an A.M. Best rating of “A-/Excellent”.

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