Civil Litigation Attorney

Overview

For more than 170 years, The Hanover has been committed to delivering on our promises and being there when it matters the most. We live our values every day, demonstrating we CARE through our values, Sustainability initiatives and inclusive corporate culture.

The Hanover Insurance Company Staff Counsel organization in Georgia is currently seeking an experienced litigation attorney to join our dynamic and growing team. The Hanover offers a competitive salary and benefits package; paid continuing legal education; opportunities for professional development and advancement; and a supportive, collaborative work environment where people feel accepted and engaged. Depending upon business needs attorneys may work remotely or hybrid.

This attorney will handle the defense of automobile and general liability personal injury cases, and other matters based upon experience, from receipt until conclusion through dismissal, settlement or trial. While you will have the flexibility to independently manage your caseload and calendar, you will have support from other attorneys and staff. Admission in good standing to the Georgia Bar is required.

• Experience in automobile and general liability matters representing defendants or plaintiffs.
• The candidate will be licensed to practice law in the State of Georgia and a member in good standing to the Georgia Bar.
• Must have a valid driver s license, an acceptable MVR and the ability to maintain confidentiality
• Ability and willingness to travel, as needed
• Able to work in a team environment with other attorneys, adjusters, claims professionals and support staff
• Computer literacy, including MS Word, Lexis/Westlaw, and daily management of e-mail and calendar
• Advocacy:
  Solid knowledge and ability to assist, defend or plead for another on moderately complex cases
• Negotiation
  
  Skills:
  
  Consistently influences claim outcomes through demonstration of effective negotiation techniques
• Communication:
  Strong ability to deliberately and precisely exchange thoughts and opinions with one or more persons and to effectively translate legal language and ideas into layman s terms
• Decision Making:
  Strong ability to arrive at a determination in moderate to complex situations after careful consideration of facts and law without procrastination
• Organization
  
  Skills:
  
  Strong ability to categorize and prioritize work and information to effectively and efficiently maximize productivity
• Investigative
  
  Skills:
  
  Proficiency in following up step by step regarding inquiries or observations. Consistently able to take evidence that may be used in reaching a legal conclusion
• Legal Research:
  Proficiency in locating cases, codified laws and statutes aimed at the discovery and interpretation of law and to draw a reasonable and accurate conclusion or render an opinion therefrom
• Courtroom
  
  Skills:
  
  Able to demonstrate appropriate courtroom behavior, attire and decorum and is knowledgeable of the rules and regulations that govern proceedings and conduct in courts of law or other legal forums and tribunals.
• Trial
  
  Skills:
  
  Has the ability to effectively present evidence and arguments of law to a judge or jury for determination of the facts at issue
• Provides the highest professional service to clients and claims professionals
• Business/Industry: Knowledgeable of current and possible future trends affecting The Hanover Insurance Group’s businesses;
  Knowledgeable in the basic principles of property and casualty insurance
• Agile and Adaptive:
  Able to shift track and remain on course
• Mentor and Teach:
  Willingness and ability to mentor and teach others

Takes proactive responsibility for their career development. Acquires and Maintains the necessary skill levels

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We offer comprehensive benefits to help you be healthy, build financial security, and balance work and home life. At…