Senior Trial Attorney

Zurich Insurance Company Ltd

Fort Lauderdale, Florida, USA
Base: $115,200.00 - $188,700.00; bonus/equity: 15%...
Hybrid
High complexity general liability cases
High exposure commercial auto cases
Insurance defense litigation
Zurich Insurance Company is seeking a Senior Trial Attorney for its in-house Staff Legal team in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. The role involves representing commercial insureds in high-complexity liability and personal injury cases, with an emphasis on work-life balance and flexibility

Job Summary

  • This Trial Attorney will be responsible for representing the commercial insureds of a prestigious and financially stable commercial insurance carrier, by preparing and trying high complexity, high exposure General Liability and Commercial Auto personal injury cases.
  • The ZNA Claims hybrid work model emphasizes flexibility, allowing claims employees to conduct individual work in their preferred location, while facilitating in-person connections and collaborative activities when meaningful and valuable.
  • We offer competitive pay and comprehensive benefits for employees and their families.

Matching Summary

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Zurich Insurance Company is seeking a Senior Trial Attorney for its in-house Staff Legal team in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. The role involves representing commercial insureds in high-complexity liability and personal injury cases, with an emphasis on work-life balance and flexibility.

Salary

Base: $115,200.00 - $188,700.00; Bonus/Equity: 15% short-term incentive bonus eligibility; Benefits: Competitive benefits package including dollar-for-dollar 401K Match and second 401K contribution

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • High complexity general liability cases
  • High exposure commercial auto cases
  • Insurance defense litigation
  • Legal research and analysis
  • Pre-trial discovery and hearings
  • Aggressive trial handling
  • Remote team-based work

Nice-to-have

  • Strong negotiation skills
  • Effective problem solving
  • Efficient work habits
  • Substantive and procedural legal knowledge
  • Understanding of staff counsel function

Key Requirements

  • Juris Doctor
  • 7+ years litigation experience
  • Member of the Bar in good standing
  • Experience with Microsoft Office
  • Experience with Lexis or Westlaw

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