Senior Attorney

Senior Attorney AAA/The Auto Club GroupIt's a great time to join AAA The Auto Club GroupJoin the team committed to driving your career forward.This is a hybrid position reporting to our Mt. Clemens office 2 days a week.Uses advanced specialized knowledge to handle complex to highly complex litigation of cases of unlimited exposure in which the insured or the company is a defendant.Controls all aspects of litigation, including trial preparation, discovery, negotiation, presentation and appeals from District to Circuit Court. Exercises discretion and judgment in performing all functions with minimal supervision.Primary duties and responsibilities include:Analyzes, files, reviews all allegations, and renders legal opinions to claims personnel regarding evaluation and disposition of injury cases.Prepares responses to civil complaints, files and answers any appropriate motions when questions of law or liability are in dispute. Determines feasibility of including third-party defendants in pending suits.Conducts discovery, including but not limited to depositions, interrogatories, requests for admission, etc.Reviews insurance policy and all pertinent documents.Selects legal investigators and arranges for service of subpoenas and summonses.Files additional motions as facts of case and proper timing warrant.Reviews medical and related technical data; consults with medical and accident reconstruction specialists regarding injuries and disabilities.Analyzes information obtained through discovery and determines whether settlement is in best interests of insureds and the company.Prepares uninsured/underinsured motorist cases for trial or arbitration hearings.Prepares and submits pre-trial statements; attends pre-trial hearings before judge and participates in conducts jury selection.Trial and defense includes:Prepares case for trial, examining facts and developing trial strategy for construction of a strong defense.Conducts defense of a case, by delivering opening statements, examining, and cross-examining witnesses, making and arguing motions, conferring with judges and attorneys, delivering closing arguments.Prepares trial briefs, encompassing the insureds defense, applicable law, and jury instructions.Prepares summaries and appears before Case Evaluation Tribunal and/or Facilitator to advocate defendants case.Evaluates award and makes recommendation as to whether to accept or proceed to trial.Client communications and negotiations include:Keeps client advised of status of case in accordance with office guidelines and client satisfaction goals and consults with third-party clients regarding the litigation.Advises insured and recommends retention of independent counsel for potential over-limits judgment to protect insureds assets.Negotiates reasonable and equitable pre-trial settlements on behalf of company and insured, when and where possible.Applies cost/benefit considerations to all litigation activity.Advises payment of claims as appropriate.Coordinates trial or settlement activity with co-counsel, as necessary, to protect interest of insured.Recommends appeals to the Appeals Committee based on facts of cases and recovery chances.Legal advice and guidance includes:Renders legal advice and legal opinions as requested by claims personnel on coverage, liability and damages.Conducts Examinations Under Oath in consultation with Practice Leader.Participates in the Claims Legal Council Program on a regular basis.Participates in one or more office committees, either as a standing or rotating member.Mentors less experienced attorneys on legal matters within areas of his/her expertise.Supervisory responsibilities include:NoneHow you will benefit:Our Senior Attorney will earn a competitive annual salary of $105,000 - $140,000 with annual bonus potential, based on performance.Excellent and comprehensive benefits packages are just another reason to work for the Auto Club Group. Benefits include: 401k MatchMedicalDentalVisionPTOPaid HolidaysTuition ReimbursementRequired qualifications:Education: Juris Doctor Degree or graduate of accredited law schoolMember of the State Bar of applicable stateExperience: Minimum five (5) years of experience as a licensed attorney in personal injury, no-fault, or insurance litigation; or Three (3) years of experience as an Associate Attorney at ACG Staff Counsel with yearly performance reviews of overall Fully Met Expectations or higher.Knowledge of:Civil law, judicial procedures and rules of evidencePrinciples, methods, materials and practices of legal researchDiscovery methods and techniquesMediation rules, procedures and summariesGeneral Claims proceduresTort liability law, including applicable theories of recovery and appropriate defenses.Insurance law, including familiarity with Uniform Trade Practices Law and Principles of Bad Faith ActionsPrinciples of insurance contract construction and interpretationPolicies for all lines of coverageMichigan Court Rules and motion practiceRules of evidence of proper techniques for introducing or excluding evidenceStandard Jury Instructions and drafting nonstandard jury instructions where appropriateProblems in Professional Ethics relating to relationship of house counsel to insuredOffice standards and proceduresLegal research and availability of research tools.Skills and ability to:Communicate effectively with other attorneys, court officers, the general public and others in a work environmentAnalyze, organize, and present facts, evidence and related materials effectively in both written and oral formsUtilize office computer software including litigation management systems update othersPreferred qualifications:Education: Member of the State Bar of MichiganExperience in: Trial experience. Experience in first-party no-fault, or auto insurance defense litigationKnowledge of: Defense trial practice demonstrated through in-depth research projects, self-education, seminars presentations, membership in related professional organizations or other activities. Company operations and quality of service, demonstrated by participation in Staff Counsel to enhance operations and services. Very favorable performance on Attorney Productivity/" Scorecard" metrics Michigan's No-Fault Act and significant case lawWork environment:This position is currently able to work remotely from a home office location for day-to-day operation unless occasional travel for meetings, collaborative activities, or team building activities is specified by leadership. This is subject to change based on amendments and/or modifications to the ACG Flex Work policy.The above statements describe the principal and essential functions, but not all functions that may be inherent in the job. This job requires the ability to perform duties contained in the job description for this position, including, but not limited to, the above requirements. Reasonable accommodations will be made for otherwise qualified applicants, as needed, to enable them to fulfill these requirements.The Auto Club Group, and all its affiliated companies, is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.