Of Counsel - National Claims Litigation & Claims Management
About Us
Our client is a nationally recognized law firm with more than 1,400 attorneys across 46 offices nationwide. Known for its collaborative culture, sophisticated client base, and extensive litigation platform, the firm provides attorneys with the opportunity to work on complex matters while enjoying flexibility, professional growth, and meaningful client interaction.
The Opportunity
Our client is seeking a National Litigation & Claims Management Attorney to join its team in New York, NY or Chicago. This position offers the flexibility to work remotely, in a hybrid arrangement, or in-office. The role is ideal for an experienced litigator who enjoys operating at the intersection of litigation strategy, claims management, and risk mitigation on a national scale.
Rather than managing a traditional local litigation docket, this position focuses on overseeing nationwide claims and litigation matters, coordinating outside counsel, developing discovery strategies, and partnering directly with a sophisticated national logistics client.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage a nationwide litigation and claims portfolio from inception through resolution.
- Evaluate claims, assess exposure, and provide strategic recommendations regarding litigation and settlement.
- Develop and implement discovery strategies across multiple jurisdictions.
- Identify litigation, discovery, and operational risks and recommend solutions.
- Coordinate and oversee outside counsel handling matters throughout the country.
- Partner directly with clients, attorneys, and stakeholders on litigation strategy and case management.
- Analyze claims trends and recommend proactive risk management initiatives.
- Prepare reports and presentations regarding litigation exposure, performance metrics, and resolution strategies.
- Collaborate with attorneys across multiple offices and practice groups to ensure seamless client service.
Qualifications
- Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school.
- Active bar admission and good standing in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
- 5+ years of litigation experience.
- Strong discovery management experience required.
- Experience handling complex, multi-jurisdictional litigation matters preferred.
- Prior claims management, litigation management, or risk management experience strongly preferred.
- Experience within transportation, logistics, trucking, insurance, or related industries is a plus.
- Strong client counseling, organizational, analytical, and communication skills.
Why Consider This Opportunity?
- Work directly with a major national client on high-profile litigation and claims initiatives.
- Gain strategic-level experience that closely aligns with future in-house legal and risk management leadership roles.
- Collaborate with attorneys and litigation professionals across a national platform.
- Enjoy the flexibility of remote, hybrid, or in-office work arrangements.
- Competitive compensation package, bonus opportunities, comprehensive benefits, and long-term career growth.
Compensation: $170,000 - $225,000 base salary plus an annual and quarterly bonus. Compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, location, and other business considerations.
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