Description |
Our people help make Progressive a successful, energetic, forward-moving organization. Time after time, Progressive has turned the insurance industry upside down through its innovative services, its use of technology and its continual push to be the No. 1 choice for auto insurance.
POSITION SUMMARY:
Provides legal representation to Progressive's insureds and/or Progressive companies in low to moderate exposure and/or lower complexity cases.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Responsible for litigating cases of low to moderate exposure and/or complexity cases with supervision.
Directs support staff in the completion of tasks.
Handles all aspects of the assigned cases, including a holistic evaluation and overall litigation strategy.
Counsels and advises clients
Makes routine court appearances
Conducts discovery and investigation
Prepares and tries cases
Maintains good communication with clients and claims customers.
Works towards gaining an understanding of the insurance business, and particularly the Progressive business model.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & EXPERIENCE:
- Juris Doctorate required
- Member of the Bar in jurisdiction(s) served by specific House Counsel office(s)
- 2+ years of legal experience/training
- Demonstrates an ability to litigate and try cases
- Ability to work independently
- Demonstrates a proficiency at expert discovery
- Demonstrated ability to manage diary
- Excellent client/customer skills
- Basic computer proficiency
- Strong analytical skills
- Good negotiation skills
- Ability to review and assess the impact of medical records, depositions and other documents
- Excellent time management and organizational skills
- Ability to multi-task and prioritize
- Effective team player
- Understanding of all applicable ethical duties
- Attention to detail
- Ability to learn new or updated computer software and programs
- Ability to learn and follow existing and new processes and procedures
- Good research skills
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Good work ethic
At Progressive, status quo won't cut it. Our leaders want results and you'll have the chance to make significant contributions in a company that has taken the insurance world by storm. Our company is full of opportunity and promise. Consider the strength of your new employer as one of the country's largest auto insurance companies. You'll be surrounded by smart, driven people like yourself, who combine innovation and analysis to achieve industry-leading results and recognition, such as the BusinessWeek50 and the distinction of being one of America's Most Admired Companies, according to Fortune. Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V.
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Requirements |
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