Sr. Trial Attorney; Insurance Defense

Sr. Trial Attorney (Insurance Defense) at Nationwide

We are looking for a senior trial attorney to deliver top‑quality legal services to support the mission of a Fortune 100 insurer. 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.

• Demonstrate the requisite trial advocacy skills independently as lead counsel or as part of a team, ensuring efficient, proactive case management and high‑quality work.
• Operate with minimal managerial oversight, handling all core duties in accordance with Nationwide Trial Division standards.
• Utilize technology effectively and collaborate with support staff for efficient case management.
• Maintain awareness of changes to law, technology, local rules, and industry developments that could affect litigation strategy.
• Perform subject‑matter expertise required for all NTD concentrations and adapt to new concentrations as business needs change.
• Provide factually and legally sound opinions on case valuations, promptly updating and communicating to clients and claims.
• Build and maintain strong professional relationships with associates, claims partners, and industry colleagues.
• Leverage relationships to enhance NTD’s reputation and expand case referral opportunities.
• Communicate effectively, meeting client, claim, and internal expectations both written and verbal.
• Serve as a mentor for junior attorneys and staff, providing guidance, training, and modeling best practices.

Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.

Maintains an active license in the state in which the position is located.

Typically, more than eight years of relevant civil litigation experience in property and casualty insurance defense or subrogation.

Significant litigation experience in property and casualty insurance defense or subrogation; ability to manage complex legal practices across multiple courts and agencies; excellent written and verbal communication; collaboration and mentoring; negotiation; analytical problem solving; computer savvy; adaptability to changes in law and technology; strong time management and organization.

Reports to Managing Trial Attorney.

Overtime Eligibility:
Not Eligible (Exempt). Working conditions include a normal office environment, possible work from home, frequent travel, occasional overnight travel, and extended hours.

Medical/dental/vision, life insurance, short and long‑term disability, paid time off including 18 days for new hires, nine paid holidays, lifetime paid time off, Unity Day, 401(k) with company match, company‑paid pension, business casual attire, and more.

Nationwide is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive culture. Nationwide prohibits discrimination and harassment and affords equal employment opportunities to all.

National salary range for Sr Trial Attorney: $ – $.

Expected starting salary range: $ – $.