Supervisory Senior Staff Attorney

At American Family Insurance, we believe in more than just providing coverage-we're here to stand by our customers when they need us most. As a Supervisory Senior Staff Attorney, you will supervise outside counsel in the management of some of the most complex cases. . You will report to a senior manager, litigation.

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Position Compensation Range:
$113,000.00 - $194,000.00

Pay Rate Type:
Salary

Compensation may vary based on the job level and your geographic work location. Relocation support is offered for eligible candidates.

Why Choose American Family Insurance?

• Purpose-Driven Work:Help real people navigate complex legal challenges. Your expertise will make a difference in their lives and communities

• Handle litigation involving either the corporation and/or its insured within established corporate guidelines and the applicable code of professional responsibility
  
• Analyze file as litigation progresses. Evaluate cases and seek settlement as necessary
  
• Oversee outside counsel throughout litigation of complex claims
  
• Review motions and briefs during course of litigation and provide necessary feedback
  
• Conduct legal research as necessary
  
• Observe court hearing and trials as necessary
  
• Stay current on state statutes and court decisions and analyzes how statutes and court decisions affect the interpretation and enforceability of the various policy provisions
  
• Supervise litigation with a higher complexity across multiple lines of business
  

• Experienced attorneys passionate about making a difference for clients and communities
  
• Professionals eager to grow, learn, and contribute to a dynamic legal team
  
• Individuals committed to excellence, integrity, and collaboration
  

• Coverage experience preferred
  
• Demonstrated experience providing customer-driven solutions, support or service
  
• Demonstrated experience preparing civil pleadings, motions and discovery and deposing witnesses
  
• Demonstrated litigation experience
  
• Solid knowledge and understanding of rules of Professional Responsibility for the jurisdiction in which they practice
  
• Solid knowledge and understanding of tort, contract, and insurance law
  
• Admitted to the state bar in the state where they are located
  
• Juris Doctor
  

• To ensure a strong start, all employees participate in our New Employee Orientation during their first week. This experience is held in person at our Madison, WI Headquarters or one of our AmFam core locations to help you connect with our mission, meet key team members and build relationships that support your growth. At times, sessions may be delivered virtually based on scheduling and availability.
• Offer to selected candidate will be made contingent on the results of applicable background checks
• Offer to selected candidate is contingent on signing a non-disclosure agreement for proprietary information, trade secrets, and inventions
• Sponsorship will not be considered for this position unless specified in the posting