Sr Trial Attorney

Insurance Defense AttorneyOur Staff Counsel organization is currently seeking an experienced litigation attorney to join our dynamic and growing team in the San Antonio / Austin Texas area. The Hanover offers a competitive salary and benefits package; paid continuing legal education; opportunities for professional development and advancement; and a supportive and collaborative work environment where people feel accepted and engaged.Position Overview:Independently investigates and manages cases of moderate exposure and complexity in civil litigation from the inception of the lawsuit until conclusion through dismissal, settlement or trial. Works with adjuster and clients to resolve claims as expeditiously and efficiently as possible. Serve as mentor to developing attorneys.In This Role You Will:Meets with clients and claims professionals to resolve cases in the most cost-effective mannerConducts pre-trials, mediations, arbitrations or any other legal activity requiredMay independently conduct trialsAdvises claim professionals on the evaluations of legal filesProvides legal advice to clients and other claim professionals as neededNegotiates settlements as directedAttends round tablesWhat You Need To Apply:Insurance Defense jury trial experience preferredMust have a valid driver's license, an acceptable MVR and an ability to maintain confidentialityAdmitted to the bar and must be licensed to practice law in TexasAble to work in a team environment with other attorneys, adjusters, claims professionals and support staffComputer literacy, including MS Word, Lexis/Westlaw, and daily management of e-mail and calendarSolid knowledge and ability to assist, defend or plead for another on moderately complex casesConsistently influences claim outcomes through demonstration of effective negotiation techniquesStrong ability to deliberately and precisely exchange thoughts and opinions with one or more persons and to effectively translate legal language and ideas into layman's termsStrong ability to arrive at a determination in moderate to complex situations after careful consideration of facts and law without procrastinationStrong ability to categorize and prioritize work and information to effectively and efficiently maximize productivity.Proficiency in following up step by step on inquiry or observation and search and examine with care and accuracy. Consistently able to take evidence that may be used in reaching a legal conclusionProficiency in locating cases, treaties, codified laws and statutes aimed at the discovery and interpretation of law and to draw a reasonable and accurate conclusion or render an opinion therefromAble to demonstrate appropriate courtroom behavior, attire and decorum and is knowledgeable of the rules and regulations that govern proceedings and conduct in courts of law or other legal forums and tribunals. Provides the highest professional service to clients and claims professionalsTakes proactive responsibility for their career development. Maintains the necessary skill levelsHas the ability to effectively present evidence and arguments of law to a judge or jury for determination of the facts at issueHas an interest and solid knowledge of current and possible future policies, practices, trends and information affecting The Hanover Insurance Group's businesses;Knowledgeable in the basic principles of property and casualty insuranceRecognizes unexpected challenges and is able to be resilient, shift and remain on courseWillingness and ability to mentor and teach othersBenefits include:Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance401K with a company matchTuition reimbursementPTOCompany paid holidays