Description
Under general direction of the Regional General Attorney, manages a medium size field law office. Oversees all phases of the operation, including professional quality and excellence of the work and efficient processes and practices. Litigates complex cases for selected policyholders.
Responsibilities
Responsible for the accomplishment of the office, department and corporate goals. Sets goals that are in accordance with Corporate and Legal Department goals. Directs staff in the accomplishment of the goals. Conducts performance appraisals, reviews staff attorney's work for quality and quantity and takes appropriate action to correct deficiencies. Recruits, hires and trains new staff. Reviews incoming cases and assigns to outside counsel or attorneys in staff office as appropriate. Audits selected case files to insure proper case handling and adherence to company policy and applicable legislation. Act as principal legal advisor for all departments at the office. Meets with claims and/or policyholders to discuss general policy and litigation prevention matters. Serves as Chief Trial Attorney on selected cases. Stay abreast of developments in the law generally. Confer with and write to insureds during the pendency of the litigation. Understands and creatively uses technology applies technology to the process of law to improve quality and reduce cost. Keep superiors within the Legal Department advised as to work needs and any problems with the office and its personnel.
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Qualifications
- Completion of law school with LLB or JD plus admission to the Bar
- A minimum of 10 years experience as a practicing attorney
- Demonstrated management ability is vital
- An understanding for the needs of Claims Department and other departments is necessary but must be compromised where legal ethics and law so require
- The ability to persuade by printed or spoken word is essential
Pay Philosophy: The typical starting salary range for this role is determined by a number of factors including skills, experience, education, certifications and location. The full salary range for this role reflects the competitive labor market value for all employees in these positions across the national market and provides an opportunity to progress as employees grow and develop within the role. Some roles at Liberty Mutual have a corresponding compensation plan which may include commission and/or bonus earnings at rates that vary based on multiple factors set forth in the compensation plan for the role.
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