Senior Staff Attorney - Nevada
Location: Las Vegas, Nevada
Description: The Hartford is currently interviewing Senior Staff Attorney - Nevada right now, this position will be settled in Nevada. For complete informations about this position opportunity please read the description below. WHAT ARE THE RESPONSIBILITIES FOR THE POSITION?
The
Hartford
currently has an in-house opportunity for a Senior Staff Attorney â€" Tort and General Liability in Nevada.
This position partners with our insureds and claim centers to deliver the best possible result in pending litigation against our insureds/the firm. The Senior Staff Attorney will:
Analyze complex legal and factual issues, conduct extensive, well-reasoned legal research, independently develop and present defense strategies on behalf of clients.
Prepare complex pleadings, written discovery, depositions, motions and briefs in support of defense strategies without supervision because of level of experience and expertise.
Provide effective and timely communications, information, legal advice and other services to clients and claims on legal and factual issues.
Communicate with the court, witnesses, opposing counsel and co-counsel in a manner consistent with established office procedures.
Responsible for the prompt, efficient and effective disposition of assigned cases.
Independently prepares and presents witnesses and evidence at trials, judicial and administrative hearings, arbitrations and alternative dispute resolutions.
Research, draft, file and argue appellate briefs in reviewing courts on behalf of clients.
Attend continuing legal education seminars in order to maintain high level of professional expertise.
Qualifications
WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR?
JD from accredited law school and license to practice in the state of Nevada
Experienced litigation attorney
Trial experience required.
Minimum 7+ years law practice, preferably within the insurance defense industry dealing with complex tort and general liability matters.
WHY JOIN THE
HARTFORD
?
The Hartford Financial Services Group Inc. (NYSE: HIG) is a leading provider of insurance and wealth management services for millions of consumers and businesses worldwide. The
Hartford
is consistently recognized for its superior service and as one of the world's most ethical companies. More information on the company and its financial performance is available at
http://www.thehartford.com/
.
With a unique focus on customers' needs, The Hartford is known as a trusted partner that enables its customers to protect what they have today, plan for what they need tomorrow and have the confidence to achieve what's ahead. The company is well positioned to move forward and have what it need to succeed: good momentum in our businesses; a strengthened capital base; an iconic brand; and a strategy to deliver shareholder value through sustainable, profitable growth.
The
Hartford
's biggest competitive advantage is our employees. We hire a broad range of talented teammates from diverse backgrounds and cultures. We look for teammates who share our
core values
and bring passion to their jobs. Our values are projected in the way we interact with customers and among our teams.
We are an innovative leader in the industry and have been recognized by:
·
Ethisphere Institute
as One of the "World's Most Ethical Companies" for four consecutive years, 2011
·
Carbon Disclosure Project
for The Hartford's approach to climate change disclosure for four consecutive years, 2011
·
Newsweek
Green Rankings - No. 12 on the list of U.S. Companies, 2011
·
Atlanta
Journal-Constitution
as a Top Workplace, 2011
·
Indianapolis
Star
as a Top Workplace, 2011
·
The
Hartford
Courant
and FOXCT as a Top Workplace, 2011
·
GI Jobs
as a 2011 Top 100 Military Friendly Employer
·
Military Times Edge
as a "Best for Vets" Employer, 2010
·
Human Rights Campaign
with a perfect score on the Corporate Equality Index, 201
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WHAT IS THE COMPENSATION
OPPORTUNITY
?
At The Hartford, our compensation philosophy is simple: we pay competitive base salaries and reward performance. In addition, you will be eligible to participate in our comprehensive benefits program including Medical, Dental, Life and Disability Insurance, a 401K Plan, an Employee Stock Purchase Plan and more.
WHAT ELSE CAN YOU TELL ME?
The location of this remote position is flexible within the state of Nevada.
The
Hartford
is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.
The
Hartford
maintains a drug-free workplace.
Committed to Building Inclusion and Leveraging Diversity
** NO AGENCIES PLEASE **
Job Function
:
P&C Claim Legal
Primary Location
:
United States-Nevada-Las Vegas
Schedule
:
Full-time
Job Level
:
Individual Contributor
Education Level
:
Doctorate Degree (over 19 years)
Job Type
:
Standard
Shift
:
Day Job
Employee Status
:
Regular
Overtime Status
:
Exempt
Travel
:
Yes, 10 % of the Time
Job Posting
:
Aug 15, 2012, 1:39:14 PM
- .
If you were eligible to this position, please email us your resume, with salary requirements and a resume to The Hartford.
Interested on this position, just click on the Apply button, you will be redirected to the official website
This position will be opened on: Wed, 15 Aug 2012 20:34:47 GMT
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