Liberty Mutual

Liberty Mutual

Staff Counsel I

Salt Lake City, UT, US · Staff+

Sponsorship not specified$93k-$159kDetected 730 days ago
NegotiationResearchCommunicationTime Management

About the role

  • Client Advisory and Relationship Management: Provide clear and reasoned legal opinions and strategic advice to Claims Representatives and insured clients.
  • Technology Utilization: Utilize e-discovery and case management technologies to streamline legal processes, improve efficiency, and reduce operational costs.
  • Contribution to Organizational Improvement: Participate in initiatives aimed at enhancing efficiency, effectiveness, and best practices within Staff Legal and Global Legal & Compliance organizations.

Responsibilities

  • Litigation Execution: Manage all phases of litigation, including discovery, hearings, trials, mediations, and drafting legal documents such as pleadings and motions.
  • Support Senior Trial Counsel and Senior Litigation Counsel in all aspects of case handling through trial, including preparation, management, and assistance at every stage of the litigation process.
  • Develop and maintain strong client relationships through transparent and effective communication.
  • Risk Evaluation and Case Resolution Facilitation: Identify, evaluate, and collaborate on strategies to mitigate legal risks, working closely with clients and senior counsel to facilitate effective resolutions.
  • Documentation Accuracy and Compliance: Ensure all legal documents, pleadings, and motions are meticulously prepared, accurate, and compliant with applicable standards and client expectations.
  • Timely Client Communication: Provide clear, consistent, and timely updates and recommendations to insured clients and claims professionals to maintain alignment with case objectives.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage cases from start to finish under supervision.
  • Ability to collaborate with clients, claims professionals, and senior attorneys.
  • Manage all phases of litigation, including discovery, hearings, trials, mediations, and drafting legal documents such as pleadings and motions.
  • Identify, evaluate, and collaborate on strategies to mitigate legal risks, working closely with clients and senior counsel to facilitate effective resolutions.

Requirements

  • Juris Doctor (JD) or LLB degree from an accredited law school.
  • special licenses to practice before particular boards or federal courts may be required.
  • General knowledge of insurance law, and as necessary, workers' compensation and/or No Fault law.
  • Basic knowledge of negotiation techniques including preparation, active listening, and problem-solving.

Compensation

  • If you're looking for a place to build a long-term career while making a positive difference, consider joining our legal team where you'll represent Liberty Mutual and our policyholders in moderately complex civil litigation matters involvi

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