LITIGATION ATTORNEY

CNA has provided essential insurance to businesses for more than 100 years. We are respected worldwide as experts in understanding risks with an innovative portfolio of products and services.


CNA products include standard commercial lines, specialty lines, surety, marine and other property-casualty coverages. CNA services include risk management, information services, underwriting, loss control and claims administration.


Our comprehensive approach to insurance opens doors to an array of career opportunities. We offer an environment that challenges you to learn, to use your imagination and to gain professional qualifications in a company where you are part of a team pursuing common goals.


This position provides full or specialized legal services to one or more departments or specialty.  Has ongoing relationship and accountability for the department being served.  Is an operational specialist and legal expert in the organization.  Work assignments consist of major legal tasks involving problems of recognized complexity and facts that are occasionally in question for which considerable legal judgement, experience and independent reasoning are required.  Handles cases with extra contractual damages.  This includes trying cases.


Performs a combination of the following duties according to departmental guidelines:
1.  Counsels management to avoid legally unsound decisions or plans and when changes in the law occur.
2.  Supervises preparation of the defense in litigation.  Works with outside counsel to develop the defense; briefs and guides them and supervises their work.  Directs outside counsel on whether a case should be tried or settled.
3.  Tries cases including court appearances, prila preparation, motions, discovery and negotiations.
4.  Provides research, legal analysis, factual information,  counsel and guidance on legal questions or issues. 
5.  Prepares position papers on various legal issues and interpretation of contractual provisions.
6.  Trains department staff on appropriate procedures (e.g., claims, etc).
7.  Periodically works with external clients while resolving legal issues.  Responds to government regulatory agencies.


Additional Responsibilities
1. Performs other essential duties as assigned.


Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
1.  Advanced knowledge of the theories, principles, practices and procedures of litigation management within an insurance organization.
2.  Excellent verbal and written communication, negotiation and presentation skills. 
3.  Strong negotiation, consultative and facilitation skills with the ability to effectively interact with all internal and external business partners, 
4.  Ability to exercise independent judgement, and to work with and maintain confidential and sensitive information.
5.  Excellent analytical and problem solving skills, and senior level skill in managing ambiguous situations and issues.
6.  Proven ability to take a proactive long-term view of business goals and objectives in order to achieve strategic business results. 
7.  Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and other business-related software. 

Education and Experience
1.  Bachelor's degree with JD, and admission to the bar of at least one state. 
2.  Minimum seven years of claims and/or law firm experience with a proven track record of results.
3.  Must possess strong personal injury defense trial and construction defect defense experience. 


One of the many advantages of working at CNA is the exceptional benefit program which includes: medical, dental, vision, Savings and Accumulation Plan (S-CAP) with company contributions, prescription drug plan, flexible spending accounts, sick and disability benefits, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, a business casual dress code, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).


CNA is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse work culture, M/F/D/V.


Listed duties, responsibilities, requirements and functions are not meant to be all inclusive.


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