Managing Attorney - Elmsford or Latham, NY (Hybrid) - Selective Insurance Company of America
Elmsford, NY 10523
About the Job
At Selective, we don't just insure uniquely, we employ uniqueness.
Selective is a midsized U.S. domestic property and casualty insurance company with a history of strong, consistent financial performance for nearly 100 years. Selective's unique position as both a leading insurance group and an employer of choice is recognized in a wide variety of awards and honors, including listing in Forbes Best Midsize Employers in 2024 and certification as a Great Place to Work® in 2024 for the fifth consecutive year.
Employees are empowered and encouraged to Be Uniquely You by being their true, unique selves and contributing their diverse talents, experiences, and perspectives to our shared success. Together, we are a high-performing team working to serve our customers responsibly by helping to mitigate loss, keep them safe, and restore their lives and businesses after an insured loss occurs.
Selective Insurance is seeking a Managing Attorney for our Staff Counsel Program to be located in either our Elmsford, NY or Latham, NY office and who will be responsible for directing and managing the activities of attorneys and leaders practicing in the NY Staff Counsel offices.
This individual is responsible for overseeing a team of attorneys defending Selective's insureds in New York Labor Law, general/premises liability and vehicle liability cases; will develop, implement and maintain all best practices, protocols, processes and performance standards; and will ensure best in class legal services of the staff counsel office in representing insureds and containing overall claims expense. All job duties and responsibilities must be carried out in compliance with applicable legal and regulatory requirements.
Responsibilities:- Leads, coaches and develops all attorneys within the Elmsford office. Mentors/provides training to attorneys when needed.
- Influences development and implements policies/procedures and performance enforcement among staff counsel office personnel.
- Oversees all litigated cases handled by attorneys within the office. Reviews and edits substantive documents drafted by the attorneys as appropriate.
- Analyzes legal office procedures and policies for efficiency and effectiveness and proposes improvements when warranted, ensuring effective implementation of those changes.
- Communicates and supports corporate policies and strategies to staff counsel employees and addresses any concerns regarding these policies or strategies.
- Ensures appropriate conflict checking of all matters at intake and throughout the course of litigation. Ultimate responsibility for the ethical conduct of all office personnel and ensuring that all attorneys are licensed and in good standing.
- Participates in committee meetings, roundtables, and conferences within the assigned office(s) and with the claims department at large. Responds to Claim Department requests.
- Provides effective and timely communications, information, legal advice and other services to clients and claims professionals. Participates in special projects or task force initiatives as requested.
- Ensures proper usage of the Legal case management software.
- Chairs monthly meetings with attorneys.
- Co-chairs monthly staff meetings with Legal Operations Manager.
- Reports directly to Regional Director.
Knowledge and Requirements
- Excellent jury trial experience in state and federal courts.
- Proficiency in Microsoft products.
- Proficiency in time management.
- Legal case management software experience.
- Excellent customer service, writing and oral communication skills.
- Must have valid state-issued driver’s license in good standing.
- Travel requirements: approximately 50%.
Education and Experience
- Juris Doctor degree from an ABA accredited law school and a member in good standing of the New York Bar.
- 15+ years legal experience in litigation, with focus on New York Labor Law and complex commercial litigation.
- 5+ years management experience relative to commercial insurance defense.
- Strong knowledge of New York Labor Law and procedure, as well as CPLR and Administrative Law requirements.
Selective Insurance offers a total rewards package that includes a competitive base salary, incentive plan eligibility at all levels, and a wide array of benefits designed to help you and your family stay healthy, achieve your financial goals, and balance the demands of your work and personal life. These benefits include comprehensive health care plans, retirement savings plan with company match, discounted Employee Stock Purchase Program, tuition assistance and reimbursement programs, and paid time off plans. Additional details about our total rewards package will be provided during the recruiting process.
The actual base salary is based on geographic location, and the range is representative of salaries for this role throughout Selective's footprint. Additional considerations include relevant education, qualifications, experience, skills, performance, and business needs.
Selective is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. That means we respect and value every individual’s unique opinions, beliefs, abilities, and perspectives. We are committed to promoting a welcoming culture that celebrates diverse talent, individual identity, different points of view and experiences – and empowers employees to contribute new ideas that support our continued and growing success. Building a highly engaged team is one of our core strategic imperatives, which we believe is enhanced by diversity, equity, and inclusion. We expect and encourage all employees and all of our business partners to embrace, practice, and monitor the attitudes, values, and goals of acceptance; address biases; and foster diversity of viewpoints and opinions.