Remote Commercial Litigation Attorney

If youre passionate about being part of a diverse organization that enables a Fortune 100 company to deliver innovative business solutions with excellence, then Nationwides Legal team could be the place for you! Our customers are at the center of everything we do and we're looking for associates who are passionate about delivering extraordinary care.This position can be a hybrid work schedule or fully remote in Southern CA supporting our Newport Beach, CA Trial Division office.The MTA will be responsible for managing approximately 12 direct reports, including both attorneys and paralegals and will also assist with managing the operational aspects of the Newport Beach office. This MTA will oversee Commercial and Personal Lines files. Concentrations for the cases this MTA will manage include but may not be limited to : Bodily Injury Commercial; Commercial Auto; Complex Commercial; Complex Personal Lines; Bodily Injury Auto; Bodily Injury Dog Bite; Candidates will be expected to have diverse experience in multi-lines of business and have demonstrated leadership skills which will be necessary for the role of managing both Trial Attorneys and Paralegals in both office and hybrid environments.#As a Managing Trial Attorney (MTA), you'll co-lead one of those offices within a region with the opportunity to influence and drive the office's reputation, performance and health in alignment with Nationwide's overall mission and NTD's strategic objectives. You'll have the opportunity to work directly with the office's lead MTA (8-2) regarding various aspects of office's operations, which may include staffing (trial attorneys, paralegals and support staff), case assignments, quality and delivery of legal services, budgeting, workflow and associate development and performance. You may supervise trial attorneys, paralegals and / or support staff. Implements and leads all aspects of NTD standard methodologies, processes and guidelines, providing training as needed. Partners with National Practice Group Associate Vice Presidents on any performance-related matters regarding specialty areas. Assists in identifying and sharing opportunities for increasing attorney proficiency in niche and commercial practice areas.

• Maintains and promotes good relationships with clients and claims management.
• May lead attorney, paralegal and / or support staff performance and efficiency for assigned office. Reviews and may assign work, monitors quality and efficiency, and is responsible for development, coaching and feedback, training and mentoring individual associates. Assesses case performance on open and closed files of direct reports; seeks feedback from claims partners and the office lead MTA (8-2). Assists with the preparation of various business reports in order to manage office. Reviews and analyzes trends and recommendations to lead MTA (8-2) regarding short-term and long-term critical business decisions.
• Co-manages and coordinates all administrative functions, including expense management, for the office. Collaborates with business operations to ensure that administration services provided to the office are at acceptable levels.
• Monitors and responds to office growth demands or reductions in workforce, including staffing, physical plan and technology needs. Plans and coordinates projects regarding systems and processes changes.Reports to Managing Trial Attorney (8-2). Manages a team of attorneys, paralegals and / or support staff. Composition and number of reports will vary dependent on office. Typical Skills and Experiences : Education : Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school. Experience : Typically has 10 plus years of relevant civil litigation, trial experience, and jury trial experience as lead counsel preferred. Management experience required. Knowledge, Abilities and Skills : Has expertise in highly complex matters of law. Excellent analytical and legal skills. Creative problem solver, computer savvy with a solid understanding of basic software and use of same. Good time management and organization skills. Comfortable contact with all levels of management. Ability to train trial attorneys, paralegals and support staff. Ability to initiate, prioritize and coordinate complex projects and cases. Stays in sync with the private practice of law policy and the ethical rules of the state where the position is located. Must also acknowledge and follow all corporate and NTD policies and proceduresOther criteria, including leadership skills, competencies and experiences may take precedence.Job Conditions : Overtime Eligibility : Not Eligible (Exempt). Working Conditions : Normal office environment. Frequent travel. Occasional overnight travel. Benefits We have an array of benefits to fit your needs, including : medical / dental / vision, life insurance, short and long term disability coverage, paid time off with newly hired associates receiving a minimum of 18 days paid time off each full calendar year pro-rated quarterly based on hire date, nine paid holidays, 8 hours of Lifetime paid time off, 8 hours of Unity Day paid time off, 401(k) with company match, company-paid pension plan, business casual attire, and more. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive culture where everyone feels challenged, appreciated, respected and engaged. legal NOTE TO EMPLOYMENT AGENCIES : We value the partnerships we have built with our preferred vendors.