Senior Staff Attorney Insurance Defense

Sr Staff Attorney – LM07DE The Hartford is an insurance company that focuses on delivering comprehensive coverage and exceptional service. This role offers the opportunity to shape the future of our legal practice throughout Nevada. Responsibilities Handle complex and high‑exposure litigation Analyze intricate substantive and procedural legal and factual issues, conduct extensive, well‑reasoned legal research, and independently develop and present defense strategies on behalf of clients Prepare complex pleadings, written discovery, depositions, motions and briefs in support of defense strategies without supervision because of level of experience and expertise Provide effective and timely communications, information, 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 Provide for the prompt, efficient and effective disposition of assigned cases Independently prepare and present witnesses and evidence at trials, judicial and administrative hearings and alternative dispute resolutions Research, draft, file and argue appellate briefs in reviewing courts on behalf of clients Provide opinions to Managing Attorney, Assistant Managing Attorney, staff, clients and claims customers Qualifications Juris Doctorate (JD) from an accredited law school and license to practice in Nevada state and local federal courts Member in good standing of applicable Bar Association Minimum of 5 years of tort legal experience Documented first chair jury trial/appellate expertise preferred Strong legal research and writing skills Excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize duties and time are a must Strong communication, computer and technological skills and the ability to quickly leverage new software and AI tools as required Demonstrated expertise and familiarity in the handling of claim cases and litigation Core Competencies Strategic Thinking Operational Excellence Leadership Business Knowledge and Decision Making Effective Relationships Excellent writing skills Strong communication skills Compensation The listed annualized base pay range is derived from analysis of similar positions in the external market. Actual base pay may vary above or below the range depending on performance, proficiency and demonstration of required competencies. The base pay is only one component of The Hartford’s total compensation package, which may include short‑term or annual bonuses, long‑term incentives, and on‑the‑spot recognition. The annualized base pay range for this role is $132,400 – $198,600. Equal Opportunity Employer Sex, Race, Color, Veterans, Disability, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity or Expression, Religion, Age #J-18808-Ljbffr