Staff Legal Liability Trial Attorney

Company: Zurich Australian Insurance Ltd.
Location: Houston
Posted on: November 13, 2024

Job Description:

Ready for a career move? Consider working for a company with a global footprint that offers career growth, terrific benefits including a dollar for dollar 401K match and a second 401K contribution, flexible work options and a great culture.This is an exciting opportunity to work for a well-respected Company and represent its insureds in all phases of litigation, while being part of a high-performing law office. The ideal candidate will be able to engage in the practice of law, at all times in compliance with the ethical standards as established by the national/local area of practice.The selected candidate will perform duties encompassing all aspects of insurance defense, including:

• Initial investigation and legal analysis and advice
• Preparing and filing legal pleadings and documents
• Performing legal research
• Preparing for and conducting pre-trial discovery
• Preparing for and aggressively handling hearings and trials
• Conducting post-trial activities where appropriateWe look for demonstrated case analysis ability and a track record of proven trial and negotiation skills, along with the ability to work independently and without substantial supervision. The successful candidate must have strong computer skills and be able to handle remote team-based work which requires them to use video conferencing, task assignments and other computer-based systems.Basic Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor and 5 or more years of experience in the Litigation area
• Member of the Texas State Bar in good standing
• Experience with Microsoft Office and Adobe
• Experience working with Lexis or Westlaw
• Knowledge of the insurance industry, claims and the insurance defense litigation legal environment
• Knowledge of the law and procedurePreferred Qualifications:
  • Experience with insurance industry claims and general commercial litigation.
  • Must be well organized with good analytical skills, excellent oral and written communication skills, proactive approach to file handling and caseloads, and able to work independently as well as within a team environment.
  • Ability to budget costs and calculate exposure for clients.
  • Understands the staff counsel function and role in overall business.
  • Experience with working in a paperless environment.
  • Experience in a remote working environment.As a global company, Zurich recognizes the diversity of our workforce as an asset. We recruit talented people from a variety of backgrounds with unique perspectives that are truly welcome here. Taken together, diversity and inclusion bring us closer to our common goal: exceeding our customers' expectations. Zurich does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status. EOE disability/vet
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