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:
Supervises attorneys and/or staff in the House Counsel business group.
This position includes handling an inventory of cases consistent with the level of management responsibilities.
This management level is only available based on business need.
SCOPE:Supervises House Counsel attorneys and/or support staff including employment decisions, performance management, compensation and reward planning, employee development and monitoring of department budget.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Handles an inventory of cases consistent with the level of management responsibilitiesHandles all aspects of the assigned cases, which includes analysis of medical records and other documents, motion practice, pleadings, depositions, including expert depositions, etc.Counsels and advises clientsMakes court appearancesConducts discovery and investigationPrepares and tries cases with moderate to severe exposure and complexity
Develops business partnership with claims customers Works towards gaining an understanding of the insurance business, and particularly the Progressive business model.
Manages staffDirects support staff in the completion of tasks. Provides leadership and management to staffHires and trains staffSets performance standards and measures for staffProvides career development to staffAccountable for overall productivity and quality of the team
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & EXPERIENCE:
Juris Doctorate required
Member of the Bar in jurisdiction(s) served by specific House Counsel office(s)
Significant legal experience
Management skills preferred
Thorough understanding and working knowledge of medical and other technical information
Thorough understanding and excellent working knowledge of applicable laws and rules such as evidence, civil procedure, trial practice
Ability to execute organizational strategy
Recognizes and understands the legal issues in personal injury and insurance coverage litigation
Demonstrates leadership qualities
Excellent client/claims customer skills
Ability to work independently
Maintains a diary on all files for follow up
Computer proficiency- Strong analytical skills
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
Good work
Traditional work hours, but will frequently require evening and/or weekend hours
Travel involved to attend company sponsored training/seminars and other job related
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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