HOUSE COUNSEL MANAGER - FL (Miami)
Posted 02/02/08
Closes: Posting+ 90 days
Salary: Competitive
Our people help make Progressive a successful, energetic, forward-moving organization. Time after time, Progressive has turned the insurance industry upside down through its innovative services, its use of technology and its continual push to be the No. 1 choice for auto insurance.
House Counsel Manager supervises attorneys and/or staff in the House Counsel business group. This position includes handling an inventory of cases consistent with the level of management responsibilities. Supervises House Counsel attorneys and/or support staff including employment decisions, performance management, compensation and reward planning, employee development and monitoring of department budget.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Handles an inventory of cases consistent with the level of management responsibilities. Handles all aspects of the assigned cases, which includes analysis of medical records and other documents, motion practice, pleadings, depositions, including expert depositions, etc.
Counsels and advises clients. Makes court appearances. Conducts discovery and investigation.
Prepares and tries cases with moderate to severe exposure and complexity. Develops business partnership with claims customers. Works towards gaining an understanding of the insurance business, and particularly the Progressive business model. Manages staff. Directs support staff in the completion of tasks. Provides leadership and management to staff. Hires and trains staff. Sets performance standards and measures for staff. Provides career development to staff. Accountable for overall productivity and quality of the team.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & EXPERIENCE:
- Juris Doctorate required
- Member of the Florisa Bar is required
- Significant legal experience
- Management skills preferred
- Thorough understanding and working knowledge of medical and other technical information
- Ability to execute organizational strategy
- Recognizes and understands the legal issues in personal injury and insurance coverage litigation
- Demonstrates leadership qualities
- Excellent client/claims customer skills
- Ability to work independently
- Maintains a diary on all files for follow up
- Computer proficiency
- Strong analytical skills
- Excellent time management and organizational skills
- Understanding of all applicable ethical duties
- Good research skills
- Good work ethic
At Progressive, status quo won't cut it. Our leaders want results and you'll have the chance to make significant contributions in a company that has taken the insurance world by storm. Our company is full of opportunity and promise. Consider the strength of your new employer as one of the country's largest auto insurance companies. You'll be surrounded by smart, driven people like yourself, who combine innovation and analysis to achieve industry-leading results and recognition, such as the BusinessWeek50 and the distinction of being one of America's Most Admired Companies, according to Fortune. Visit us at jobs.progressive.com and share your personality with a company that will value your unique contributions. Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V.
Contact Information
Mail: Miami, FL
33010
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