Associate Staff Attorney

About This Role

Represent Liberty Mutual and its policyholders in moderately complex civil litigation and workers' compensation matters. Manage cases from inception through resolution, applying legal knowledge and client relationship capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage all phases of litigation, including discovery, hearings, trials, mediations, and drafting legal documents such as pleadings and motions.
• Support Senior Trial Counsel and Senior Litigation Counsel in all aspects of case handling through trial.
• Provide clear and reasoned legal opinions and strategic advice to Claims Representatives and insured clients.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships through transparent and effective communication.
• Utilize e-discovery and case management technologies to streamline legal processes.
• Identify, evaluate, and collaborate on strategies to mitigate legal risks.
• Ensure all legal documents, pleadings, and motions are meticulously prepared, accurate, and compliant.
• Provide clear, consistent, and timely updates and recommendations to insured clients and claims professionals.
• Participate in initiatives aimed at enhancing efficiency, effectiveness, and best practices within Staff Legal and Global Legal & Compliance organizations.
• Uphold the highest standards of legal ethics and compliance, following legal regulations and licensing requirements.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) or LLB degree from an accredited law school
• Admission to the bar in Utah and in good standing
• General knowledge of insurance law, and as necessary, workers’ compensation and/or No Fault law
• Proficient in e-discovery, case management systems, and basic legal analysis tools
• Strong analytical, research, and legal writing skills
• Basic knowledge of negotiation techniques
• Demonstrated ability to manage cases from start to finish under supervision
• Effective communication and persuasion skills, both written and oral
• Ability to collaborate with clients, claims professionals, and senior attorneys
• Organized, process-oriented with strong time management skills

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) or LLB degree from an accredited law school.

Skills

* Required skills

Benefits