Senior Trial Attorney, Workers’ Compensation - Connecticut
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Senior Trial Attorney, Workers' Compensation
Our client, a well-established and high-tech P&C insurance carrier is seeking an experienced Senior Trial Attorney to join its in-house litigation team supporting insured clients in workers' compensation defense matters. This role is ideal for a seasoned insurance defense litigator with significant courtroom experience handling high-exposure casualty claims, seeking their first in-house move with a relief from billable hours, more work/life balance, and career progression opportunities.
Role & Responsibilities
- Independently manage a full docket of insurance defense litigation matters from initial case strategy through resolution or trial.
- Draft and handle pleadings, written discovery, depositions, motion practice, and trial preparation.
- Represent insured clients in state court proceedings, including hearings, mediations, and trials.
- Evaluate liability and damages exposure, advising internal claims partners on litigation strategy and case resolution.
- Work with expert witnesses such as engineers, accident reconstructionists, and medical professionals in complex or multi-party matters.
- Negotiate settlements and mediations where appropriate.
- Maintain accurate case documentation within a paperless litigation management system and collaborate closely with claims professionals.
Practice Areas
- Workers' Compensation
Required Experience
- 5-15+ years of workers' compensation insurance defense.
- Significant trial experience before judges or juries.
- Experience partnering with insurance claims teams and managing a high-volume litigation caseload.
Qualifications
- Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
- Active bar membership in the relevant jurisdiction.
- Knowledge of state civil procedure and local court rules.
Details
- Salary: $130,000-$210,000 base + target bonus + wider benefits
- Work Mode: Hybrid (2 days in / 3 days remote)
- Location: Greater Hartford Area, Connecticut
- Travel: Required throughout Hartford Area and occasionally to wider Connecticut.
Our client is committed to diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all qualified candidates.
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