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Senior Trial Attorney - Insurance [Hybrid - Pittsburgh, PA]
Our client, a well-established and high-tech P&C insurance carrier is seeking an experienced Senior Trial Attorney to join its in-house litigation team supporting insured clients in complex civil defense matters. This role is ideal for a seasoned insurance defense litigator with significant courtroom experience handling high-exposure casualty claims, including commercial auto, premises liability, construction negligence, and complex property damage litigation.
The position offers the opportunity to independently manage a full litigation docket while partnering closely with claims professionals and insured clients to develop and execute effective defense strategies.
Role & Responsibilities
- Independently manage a full docket of insurance defense litigation matters from initial case strategy through resolution or trial.
- Draft and handle pleadings, written discovery, depositions, motion practice, and trial preparation.
- Represent insured clients in state court proceedings, including hearings, mediations, and trials.
- Evaluate liability and damages exposure, advising internal claims partners on litigation strategy and case resolution.
- Work with expert witnesses such as engineers, accident reconstructionists, and medical professionals in complex or multi-party matters.
- Negotiate settlements and mediations where appropriate.
- Maintain accurate case documentation within a paperless litigation management system and collaborate closely with claims professionals.
Practice Areas
- Commercial Auto Liability
- Premises Liability (bodily injury / slip-and-fall)
- Construction Negligence (owners, contractors, subcontractors)
- Complex Property Damage Litigation
Required Experience
- 10-15 years of civil litigation experience in insurance defense or casualty litigation.
- Significant trial experience before judges or juries.
- Strong background handling multi-party litigation, depositions, expert witnesses, and complex discovery.
- Excellent legal research, writing, and courtroom advocacy skills.
- Experience partnering with insurance claims teams and managing a high-volume litigation caseload.
Qualifications
- Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
- Active bar membership in the relevant jurisdiction.
- Knowledge of state civil procedure and local court rules.
Details
- Salary: $110,000-$170,000 base up to 15% target bonus wider benefits
- Work Mode: Hybrid (3 days in / 2 days remote)
- Location: Canonsburg, PA (Greater Philly)
- Travel: Required throughout Western PA & occasionally throughout the state
Our client is committed to diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all qualified candidates.
Salary : $110,000 - $170,000