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CorporateClaimsAttorney-(MultipleLocations) (Legal)
Our Claims Legal group has an exciting opportunity for a Claims Counsel. You will provide legal support to our Claims Organization and will advise and consult with personnel on the handling of claims involving high exposure and/or complex legal issues. Generally, the claims attorney will not act as attorney-of-record, but may be present in court on occasion to represent the interests of Progressive.
Please note: The preferred location for this position is Cleveland, however, other locations may be available (i.e. Austin Texas, Richmond Virginia, or other claims legal locations)
Duties & Responsibilities:
This position will require 20-25% travel: likely, 3-4 planned overnights per month.
Maintaining personal ownership of litigated and non-litigated files involving potential institutional exposures and/or complex legal issues
Serving as liaison between Claims Management and outside Defense Counsel to assist in providing outstanding legal service to Progressive and its insureds
Participating in the assigning and supervising of lawsuits to be handled by Outside Counsel
Assisting Senior Claims Management in making decisions regarding the appropriate way to handle litigation and other legal matters
Handling a variety of complex assigned legal matters and projects
Providing functional advice and training to Claims personnel as needed
Must have qualifications:
Juris Doctorate (J.D.) from an accredited law school
Member in good standing to the bar of at least 1 state
6+ years of legal experience including complex civil litigation experience or related corporate experience
What we also look for:
Insurance litigation experience, with a focus on bodily injury, complex coverage or bad faith insurance litigation preferred
Ability to be precise about identifying possible outcomes and assessing the probability of any of those outcomes occurring
Sound understanding of the litigation process and the ability to create effective, detailed and comprehensive legal strategies
Ability to perform a coverage analysis in whatever jurisdiction an issue arises
Excellent communication skills and negotiation skills
Ability to organize and prioritize workload and to work with different groups within Progressive
Sound analytical, problem solving, risk assessment, negotiation and legal skills
Ability to work independently with a lower level of supervision, to include special projects, state or functional processes or procedures
Our Company:
As one of the largest auto insurance companies in the nation, Progressive offers the confidence and stability that comes with working for a growing, always evolving organization. As an employee, you will enjoy an inclusive environment that embraces strategic thinking, drive and passion. Progressive employees also benefit from:
Annual gainshare bonus of up to 40% of your salary; Progressive rewards each of us with an annual bonus based on company performance
Restricted Stock Program
Ongoing training, tuition assistance and opportunities for career advancement
Award winning, supportive environment with Employee Resource Groups
Medical, dental, vision and life insurance benefits
401(k) plan which includes dollar-for-dollar company match of up to 6%
Employee discounts
Child care subsidy
Apply today.
Equal Opportunity Employer