Job Details

STAFF COUNSEL FOR FRED LOYA INSURANCE AGENCY IS NOW HIRING-

IN-HOUSE SENIOR TRIAL ATTORNEY

Pay $190,000 - 230,000 a year + discretionary annual bonus- 20%

$5,000 SIGN-ON BONUS

Be part of a fast-growing company committed to service and excellence. The Company has grown significantly and now operates Staff Counsel Offices across several States including Arizona, Alabama, California, Colorado, Georgia, Illinois, Nevada, New Mexico and Texas.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

General Duties:

• Handle and manage litigation files from inception through trial, with reduced caseload in order to manage the office
• Prepare pleadings, discovery, motions, demands and responses
• Draft reports and provide file analysis
• Handle litigation and other legal assignments in accordance with guidelines established for Staff Counsel for Fred Loya Insurance Agency, Inc., and the Loya Insurance Group

Responsibilities:

• Manage a staff of 4-5 attorneys and paralegals
• Oversight of office operations for Las Vegas office and staff
• Represent clients in civil court and civil litigation proceedings, including trials
• Prepare and draft legal pleadings and other documents on behalf of clients
• Advise clients on business and legal transactions relating to civil defense proceedings
• Negotiate settlements for legal disputes
• Comply with all legal standards and regulations
• Perform administrative and management functions related to the practice of law

Skills necessary for this position:

• Superior awareness of and compliance with all applicable rules of professional conduct
• Substantial experience in civil litigation, preferably insurance defense litigation, including jury trial experience
• Comprehensive legal knowledge which promotes standards of professional practice and strong knowledge of the litigation environment in Nevada

Qualifications:

• Member in good standing with the State Bar of Nevada
• Minimum 7 years of civil litigation experience, preferably insurance defense litigation, including jury trial experience
• Admission of NV Bar
• Trial experience is required.
• Familiarity with civil pleadings and legal proceedings
• Strong research and writing skills and excellent work ethic required
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person