ATTORNEY - GA (Macon)
Posted 05/01/08
Closes: posting job + 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.
This position is responsible for providing legal representation for insureds and/or Progressive before courts, arbitration panels or administrative bodies and advises company employees in their handling of claim matters. Prepares legal pleadings, motions, statements, trial briefs, etc. Conducts examinations of legal and Claims records and consults with witnesses, insureds, Legal Assistants, and Claims personnel in pre-trial preparation. Prepares appeals and performs the necessary research on motions. Negotiates settlements with plaintiffs? attorneys subject to authority extended by the Claims department. Also may perform non-trial work in addition to trial responsibilities. Handles non-complex transactions, personal injury/insurance coverage, non-routine legal matters, etc.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & EXPERIENCE:
- Juris doctorate required.
- At least two to five years of legal experience/training.
- At least three years of insurance defense experience.
- Strong communication skills.
- Must be licensed to practice law in the state of GA.
- Jury trial experience is preferred but not required.
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: Macon,GA
31201
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