In-House, Sr. Trial Attorney (Tennessee - Litigation) 

About the Role: In this role, you will independently manage a caseload from inception through resolution, partnering with claims professionals and insured clients to deliver strategic, cost-effective outcomes. This position can be in person, hybrid, or fully remote. Candidates must be admitted to practice law in Tennessee, with Georgia bar admission strongly desired but not required. Insurance defense litigation experience is preferred. While trial experience is preferred, attorneys with strong litigation backgrounds—including motion practice, depositions, hearings, mediations, and other advocacy experience—are encouraged to apply. The ideal candidate will bring exceptional negotiation, communication, and collaboration skills, along with the ability to effectively manage complex matters and drive favorable results.

Responsibilities: Manage a complex caseload of civil litigation matters, actively directing and advancing each claim from initial notice of loss or lawsuit inception through final resolution. Meet with clients and claims professionals to discuss strategy, evaluate legal files, and resolve cases in the most cost-effective, expeditious, and legally sound manner. Independently investigate, research, and develop legal theories and affirmative defenses tailored to the specifics of each civil litigation claim. Engage in robust motion practice, complex discovery, depositions, and targeted legal research to build powerful defenses and advocate effectively for clients. Represent clients and the firm's interests at pre-trials, mediations, arbitrations, hearings, conferences, or any other court-mandated legal proceedings with professional decorum. Independently conduct trials, effectively presenting evidence, questioning witnesses, and presenting arguments of law to a judge or jury for final determination of facts at issue. Collaborate closely with claims adjusters, litigation support staff, and corporate clients, providing legal advice, case evaluations, and participating in roundtable discussions re case status and trial preparedness. Take active responsibility for mentoring, teaching, and supporting less experienced attorneys and support staff within the firm.

Qualifications: Licensure: Admitted to the Tennessee Bar and licensed to practice law in assigned jurisdictions, maintaining active status in good standing. Compliance: Must hold a valid driver's license, maintain an acceptable Motor Vehicle Record (MVR), and demonstrate a strict ability to maintain confidentiality.

Required Skills: Advocacy & Trial Skills: Solid knowledge and demonstrated ability to assist, defend, or plead for another on moderate and complex cases, with a proven ability to effectively present evidence and arguments of law to a judge or jury.

Negotiation Skills: Strong communication and negotiation techniques to consistently and effectively influence favorable claim outcomes. Communication: Excellent verbal and written skills, with the ability to deliberately and precisely exchange thoughts, theories, and opinions, and to translate complex legal terms into plain, layman's terms for clients and claims adjusters. Decision Making & Analytical Ability: Strong ability to arrive at sound determinations in moderate to complex legal situations after careful consideration of facts and law, showing high resilience and course stability under unexpected challenges. Organization & Investigative Skills: Demonstrated ability to categorize and prioritize work to maximize productivity, combined with proficiency in step-by-step inquiries, examinations, and preservation of legal evidence. Legal Research: Proficiency in locating and interpreting cases, codified laws, and statutes to draw accurate, reasonable conclusions and render clear legal opinions.

Experience: Prior experience in insurance defense litigation is preferred. While trial experience is a strong asset, attorneys with deep litigation backgrounds (e.g., strong motion practice, extensive depositions, and advocacy in mediations or hearings) are highly encouraged to apply. Additional Admissions: Admission to the Georgia Bar is strongly desired but not required. Computer Literacy: High level of computer literacy, including proficiency in MS Word, Lexis/Westlaw, and daily proactive management of email and legal calendars. Team Collaboration: Ability to work seamlessly in a highly collaborative team environment with other attorneys, adjusters, legal support staff, and claims professionals. Courtroom Presence: Outstanding knowledge of courtroom behavior, attire, and decorum, including deep familiarity with rules and regulations governing proceedings in courts of law and other legal tribunals. Mentorship Mindset: A willingness and natural ability to mentor, guide, and teach less experienced attorneys and support staff. Broad Legal Scope: A willingness to stretch into and learn other areas of law, such as employment practices liability and professional liability matters. Pay range and compensation package

Salary Range: $125,000 - $155,000 / year (depending on experience, set at point of offer)