Managing Trial Attorney

If you're passionate about being part of a diverse organization that enables a Fortune 100 company with nearly $70 billion in annual sales to deliver innovative business solutions with excellence, then Nationwide's Legal team could be the place for you! At Nationwide®, “on your side” goes beyond just words. Our customers are at the center of everything we do and we’re looking for associates who are passionate about delivering extraordinary care. The position is primarily work from the NTD Richfield, OH office, subject to Nationwide SuccessFlex options. Ideal candidate to have an insurance defense background in Ohio counties (particularly Northern Ohio) with experience in the Cleveland and surrounding area court systems; state and federal courts experience required, along with prior managing/leadership experience strongly preferred. Proven trial advocacy skills are required. The qualified candidate will handle aspects of office management including staffing, case assignment/conflict checking, supervision of attorneys and paralegals, mentoring, training and performance management. This is a paperless office and the applicant must be proficient using Microsoft suite of products (Word, Excel, Power Point) and case management software. Areas of experience to include: general liability/bodily injury personal lines, commercial lines claims (UM/UIM), complex/large loss injury cases (including surgery, TBI). Subrogation experience is a plus. Job Description Summary Would you thrive in an environment where you can deliver top-quality legal services to support the mission of a Fortune 100 insurance company to protect people, businesses and futures with extraordinary care? If you possess the academic credentials, strong analytical skills and legal acumen needed for successful litigation work, our team may be the place for you! Key Responsibilities Implements and leads all aspects of NTD standard methodologies, processes and guidelines, providing training as needed. Partners with National Practice Group Associate Vice Presidents on any performance-related matters regarding specialty areas. Assists in identifying and sharing opportunities for increasing attorney proficiency in niche and commercial practice areas. Maintains and promotes good relationships with clients and claims management. May lead attorney, paralegal and/or support staff performance and efficiency for assigned office. Reviews and may assign work, monitors quality and efficiency, and is responsible for development, coaching and feedback, training and mentoring individual associates. Assesses case performance on open and closed files of direct reports; seeks feedback from claims partners and the office lead MTA (8-2). May maintain a case load, ideally no more than 10 cases. Assists with the preparation of various business reports to manage office. Reviews and analyzes trends and recommends to lead MTA (8-2) regarding short‑term and long‑term critical business decisions. Co‑manages and coordinates all administrative functions, including expense management, for the office. Collaborates with business operations to ensure that administration services provided to the office are at acceptable levels. Monitors and responds to office growth demands or reductions in workforce, including staffing, physical plan and technology needs. Plans and coordinates projects regarding systems and processes changes. May perform other responsibilities as assigned. Reporting Relationship Reports to Managing Trial Attorney (8‑2). Manages a team of attorneys, paralegals, and/or support staff. Composition and number of reports will vary depending on the office. Typical Skills and Experiences Education: Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school. License/Certification: Maintains an active license in the state in which the position is located. Experience: Typically has 10+ years of relevant civil litigation, trial experience, and jury trial experience as lead counsel preferred. Management experience required. Knowledge, Abilities and Skills: Expertise in highly complex matters of law; excellent written and verbal communication, negotiation, analytical and legal skills; creative problem solver; computer savvy with solid understanding of basic software; good time management and organization; comfortable contact with all levels of management; ability to train trial attorneys, paralegals and support staff; decision‑making ability to set work priorities and make recommendations; strong leadership skills, motivating, influencing and problem solving. Other criteria: Leadership skills, competencies and experiences may take precedence. Staffing exceptions: Staffing exceptions to the above must be approved by the hiring manager’s leader and Human Resources Business Partner. Values: Regularly and consistently demonstrates the Nationwide values. Job Conditions Overtime Eligibility: Not Eligible (Exempt). Working Conditions: Normal office environment. Frequent travel. Occasional overnight travel. Extended hours are often necessary to meet the demands of the profession. ADA: The above statements cover what are generally believed to be principal and essential functions of this job. Specific circumstances may allow or require some people assigned to the job to perform a somewhat different combination of duties. Credit/Background Check: Due to the fiduciary accountabilities of this job, a valid credit check and/or background check will be required as part of the selection process. Benefits Medical, dental and vision coverage Life insurance Short and long‑term disability coverage Paid time off: minimum 18 days per full calendar year (pro‑rated quarterly based on hire date), nine paid holidays, 8 hours of Lifetime paid time off, 8 hours of Unity Day paid time off 401(k) with company match Company‑paid pension plan Business casual attire allowance Additional benefits as available Compensation The national salary range for Managing Trial Attorney is $138,000.00 – $243,000.00. The expected starting salary range is $138,000.00 – $206,000.00. Compensation may be prorated for part‑time roles based on hours worked. Nationwide is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive culture where everyone feels challenged, appreciated, respected and engaged. 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