About the Role
Provides legal representation for Intact’s subrogation interests before courts, arbitration panels, or other bodies and advises claim employees in their handling of pre-suit and litigated claim matters. Responsible for completion of caseload, pre-suit investigation and trial work of moderate complexity, whether by settlement, trial or appeal. The Senior Trial Attorney has the skills necessary to litigate subrogation files independently.
Responsibilities
- Handles a consistent workload of subrogation files representing Intact’s subrogation interests in property, maritime, financial and cyber matters.
- Responsible for maintenance and completion of caseload, pre-suit investigation and trial work of moderate complexity, whether by settlement, trial or appeal.
- Works with Lead Attorney on all aspects of pre-suit and litigated files including retaining experts, sending pre-suit notice letters, coordinating joint inspections and exams, initiating litigation and conducting all phases of litigation through trial.
- Conducts all appropriate legal action to best protect the subrogation and recovery interests of Intact on all assigned cases in an ethical and zealous manner.
- Prepares appeals and performs necessary research on motions.
- Obtains requisite authority from Subrogation Claims to negotiate settlements with defense counsel.
- Interfaces and provides counsel to Intact’s Subrogation Claims department as files develop through pre-suit, litigation, trial or resolution.
- Reviews and reports all large loss cases to Lead Attorney, prepares timely reports as required and schedules/attends conferences with Subro Claims to review and discuss assigned files.
- Maintains a strong professional knowledge of legal environments and applies this information effectively.
- Interfaces with and directs paralegals and other staff in the production of documents and litigation file management.
Requirements
- 7 - 10 years of experience litigating property and/or maritime subrogation claims.
- First or second chair experience.
- Substantial experience with research, discovery depositions, mediations and trial preparation required.
- JD required.
Skills
- Legal representation
- Subrogation
- Litigation
- Pre-suit investigation
- Trial work
- Expert witness retention
- Legal research
- Motion preparation
- Settlement negotiation
- Claims counseling
- Reporting
- Legal environments knowledge
Location
- Denver, CO
- Anaheim, CA
- New York City, NY
Work Type
- Hybrid
Experience Level
- Senior
Education Level
- JD
Salary/Compensations
- $137,000 - $181,000
- $159,000 - $186,000
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental and vision insurance with no waiting period
- Competitive paid time off programs
- 401(k) savings and annual contributions of up to 12% of annual salary
- Mental health support programs
- Life and disability insurance
- Paid parental leave
- Variety of additional voluntary benefits
- Bonus potential
About the Company
- At Intact Insurance Specialty Solutions, we are experts at what we do. Our deep understanding of the specialty insurance market is the foundation for our customized solutions, backed by targeted risk control and claims services. Our employees are passionate about providing insurance coverage that’s aligned to our targeted customer groups. Today, we help protect over a dozen industries with tailored coverages and services.
Equal Opportunity
- Founded in our values, we see diversity as a strength and aspire to create an environment where everyone can be themselves, grow and succeed. Together, we will stand up for what’s right to build an inclusive society.
