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Senior Trial Attorney - Cleveland

Role overview

Qualifications

  • Demonstrated experience providing customer-driven solutions, support or service
  • Demonstrated experience preparing civil pleadings, motions and discovery and deposing witnesses
  • Demonstrated litigation experience
  • Solid knowledge and understanding of tort, contract, and insurance law

Responsibilities

  • Manage moderately complex civil litigation for American Family and our insureds
  • Analyze cases, strategize for optimal outcomes, and pursue settlements when appropriate
  • Lead discovery, draft pleadings and briefs, and conduct research to support your litigation strategy
  • Advocate for our clients in state and federal courts, administrative tribunals, and regulatory hearings

Key facts

Other skills

  • Advocacy
  • Negotiation
  • Professional Responsibility
  • Collaboration
  • Personal Integrity
  • Customer Service
  • Problem Solving

About the company

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Permanent General Assurance Corp.

Insurance

The General Automobile Insurance Services, Inc. (The General®) - https://www.TheGeneral.com - is a licensed insurance agency that is a subsidiary of PGC Holdings Corp. (PGC) which is wholly owned by American Family Insurance Company. Through its insurance company subsidiaries and their predecessors, PGC has been writing automobile insurance in many states throughout the country for over 50 years. The General® offers auto insurance for drivers that have had a history of driving violations or accidents, have not kept their insurance in force or have less than perfect credit. So, you can still find a good price for your auto insurance needs. If you are interested in employment with The General®, please visit the Careers section of our website at - http://www.TheGeneral.com/Employment/

Company details

Company typeSME
IndustryInsurance
Company size501 - 1000

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Job description

At American Family Insurance, we believe in more than just providing coverage—we’re here to stand by our customers when they need us most. As a Senior Litigation Attorney, you’ll play a vital role in protecting our policyholders, guiding them through challenging times, and ensuring their voices are heard in the legal system. You will report to a senior manager, litigation.

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Position Compensation Range:

$113,000.00 - $194,000.00

Pay Rate Type:

Salary

Compensation may vary based on the job level and your geographic work location. Relocation support is offered for eligible candidates.

Job Description

Why Choose American Family Insurance?

  • Purpose-Driven Work: Help real people navigate complex legal challenges. Your expertise will make a difference in their lives and communities

  • Career Growth: Build a long-term career with us. Gain valuable litigation experience, sharpen your trial skills, and develop specialty expertise in areas like auto, property, workers’ compensation, and more

  • Supportive Team Culture: Collaborate with talented colleagues and report directly to a Senior Manager in our Legal department. We’re committed to your professional development and success

  • Commitment to Excellence: Join a company recognized for integrity, innovation, and service. Be part of a team that sets the standard for legal representation in the insurance industry

What You’ll Do:

  • Manage moderately complex civil litigation for American Family and our insureds, following established guidelines and the highest ethical standards

  • Analyze cases, strategize for optimal outcomes, and pursue settlements when appropriate

  • Lead discovery, draft pleadings and briefs, and conduct research to support your litigation strategy

  • Represent clients in trials, mediations, arbitrations, and settlement conferences

  • Advocate for our clients in state and federal courts, administrative tribunals, and regulatory hearings

  • Stay ahead of legal trends and ensure our policies remain strong and enforceable

Who We’re Looking For:

  • Experienced attorneys passionate about making a difference for clients and communities

  • Professionals eager to grow, learn, and contribute to a dynamic legal team

  • Individuals committed to excellence, integrity, and collaboration

What we need from you:

  • Demonstrated experience providing customer-driven solutions, support or service

  • Demonstrated experience preparing civil pleadings, motions and discovery and deposing witnesses

  • Demonstrated litigation experience

  • Solid knowledge and understanding of rules of Professional Responsibility for the jurisdiction in which they practice

  • Solid knowledge and understanding of tort, contract, and insurance law

  • Admitted to the Ohio State Bar.

  • Juris Doctor

Additional Information

  • To ensure a strong start, all employees participate in our New Employee Orientation during their first week.  This experience is held in person at our Madison, WI Headquarters or one of our AmFam core locations to help you connect with our mission, meet key team members and build relationships that support your growth.  At times, sessions may be delivered virtually based on scheduling and availability. 
  • Offer to selected candidate will be made contingent on the results of applicable background checks
  • Offer to selected candidate is contingent on signing a non-disclosure agreement for proprietary information, trade secrets, and inventions
  • Sponsorship will not be considered for this position unless specified in the posting





We provide benefits that support your physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing. You will have access to comprehensive medical, dental, vision and wellbeing benefits that enable you to take care of your health. We also offer a competitive 401(k) contribution, a pension plan, an annual incentive, 9 paid holidays and a paid time off program (23 days accrued annually for full-time employees). In addition, our student loan repayment program and paid-family leave are available to support our employees and their families. Interns and contingent workers are not eligible for American Family Insurance Group benefits.

We are an equal opportunity employer. It is our policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws pertaining to non-discrimination, non-harassment and equal opportunity. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law.

American Family Insurance is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please email AskHR@AmFam.com to request a reasonable accommodation.

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