PIP Attorney Supervisor

CURE Auto Insurance is a leading direct writer of auto insurance in New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Michigan. CURE offers a great working environment, competitive salary, and comprehensive benefits package which includes health and dental coverage, life and disability insurance, 401k with generous company match, and much more! Staff Counsel for CURE Auto Insurance has openings resulting from our launch and expansion into the Michigan market. We are looking for an experienced supervising PIP defense attorney with 10+ years of civil litigation experience in handling these types of claims. This experience should include taking and defending depositions, negotiation proficiency, and experience successfully trying cases. Additional leadership potential opportunities expected with continued expansion of the firm. Staff Counsel will be responsible for handling PIP files from inception through trial and appeal, if necessary. A supervising PIP attorney will also be responsible for supervising 10+ attorneys within the PIP department in the law firm. The Supervising Attorney will oversee the onboarding of staff attorneys and provide ongoing coaching to ensure consistent adherence to the firm's policies and procedures. All candidates must possess excellent academic credentials, outstanding written and oral advocacy skills and strong software/technological skills, including competency in Word, Outlook and Westlaw. Ideal candidates will be well organized, detail-oriented and able to independently manage a caseload where work is time sensitive. Located in Southfield, Michigan, we provide a congenial, team-oriented professional work environment with skilled support staff, competitive salary and exceptional benefits. We currently operate under a hybrid schedule. This is subject to change based on business needs. Qualifications 10+ years of experience handling PIP litigation from inception to conclusion. Additional handling of first and third-party claims for auto carriers a plus Prior supervision of attorneys for 2+ years preferred Ability to take full responsibility for files Ability to audit files of other PIP attorneys under direct supervision to ensure accuracy Knowledge of local and state discovery rules, trial procedures, and applicable substantive law commensurate with level of experience Experience presenting and cross-examining lay and expert witnesses Experience directing support staff on clerical and administrative matters related to lawsuit Experience as first chair trial attorney Experience working in a paperless electronic environment Strong automation/technological skills for lawsuit handling and courtroom presentation Preferred qualification is the handling of Insurance defense matters Additional Information Must have a law degree from an ABA-accredited law school and excellent academic credentials Must have an active law license to practice in Michigan and a member in good standing with the State Bar of Michigan Office Location Located in Southfield, MI; We cover jurisdictions throughout the state of Michigan. Compensation $145,000 - $170,000 annually based on experience Operating Model Required to work in-office 5 days per week We recruit, hire, employ, train and promote, and compensate individuals based on job-related qualifications and abilities. We respect the dignity and worth of each individual and are committed to an employment environment that is free from all forms of employment discrimination. CURE Auto Insurance provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Disclaimer: This job description reflects management's assignment of essential functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. This job description may be subject to change at any time. Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time. #J-18808-Ljbffr CURE Auto Insurance (Citizens United Reciprocal Exchange)