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CURE Auto Insurance (Citizens United Reciprocal Exchange) · 1 day ago

Associate Attorney

Southfield, MI

Full-time

Hybrid

New Grad, Entry Level

$100K/yr - $110K/yr

CURE Auto Insurance is a leading direct writer of auto insurance in New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Michigan. They are seeking a motivated entry-level Associate Attorney to join their in-house legal team supporting Personal Injury Protection (PIP) and Coverage litigation efforts.

Auto InsuranceInsurance

No H1B

Hiring Manager

Ashley Tomasulo

Responsibilities

Work as internal counsel in conjunction with claims to strategize, implement, and manage representation of CURE in PIP and Coverage litigation cases in both Forthright and the Superior Court, from inception to conclusion, by trial or dispositive hearing

Evaluating and providing detailed analysis of assigned cases in accordance with CURE’s staff counsel policies and procedures, including trial and expense control

Collaborate with CURE’s Claims Department to establish, communicate, and implement team litigation objectives and obtain prompt resolution of claims

Preparing and responding to arbitration demands and/or pleadings and discovery

Preparing and handling arbitration submissions and Rule 35 applications for dismissal in Forthright matters

Planning, taking, and defending Examinations Under Oath (EUO) and depositions

Attending Forthright arbitrations, motion hearings, arbitration hearings, and all other pre-trial matters

Ability to draft and argue post-arbitration/trial motions and appeals in both Forthright and the Superior Court

Negotiating high-level settlement agreements

Qualification

Juris Doctor (JD)Michigan State Bar admissionLitigation experienceInsurance law knowledgeLegal research skillsMicrosoft Office proficiencyEagerness to learnLegal writing skillsCommunication skillsTeam collaboration

Required

Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school

Internship or clerkship experience involving litigation, insurance, or regulatory work

Admitted to the Michigan State Bar and in good standing (or pending admission)

Strong legal research, writing, and communication skills

Demonstrated interest in litigation and/or insurance law

Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and follow guidance from senior counsel

Eagerness to learn, grow, and take on increasing responsibility

Proficiency with Microsoft Office and legal research tools; ability to learn internal systems quickly

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off (vacation, sick leave, and holidays

FSA and HRA

Parental leave opportunities

Life and Disability Insurance

Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)

Voluntary Benefits (Pet Insurance, ID & Fraud, Accident & Illness, and more!)

Relocation Package: For highly qualified candidates residing outside of Michigan , a generous relocation package is available to assist with the cost of moving. Details will be provided during the offer process.