Staff Counsel

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November 20

🤠 Texas – Remote

Although this job is listed in Texas, this company may be open to hiring remote in other states.

💵 $159k - $215k / year

⏰ Full Time

🔴 Lead

🧑‍⚖️ General Counsel

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Next Insurance

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Insurance • Finance • B2B

Next Insurance is an innovative insurance provider specializing in offering tailored insurance solutions for small businesses. They leverage technology to simplify the process of getting insured, making it more accessible and efficient for entrepreneurs. Next Insurance aims to provide transparent, affordable, and easy-to-understand insurance policies that meet the unique needs of small business owners.

501 - 1000 employees

Founded 2016

💸 Finance

🤝 B2B

📋 Description

• Founding the Office: collaborate with legal and claims to establish and operationalize the new Texas staff counsel office, including developing processes, selecting and implementing technology, and aligning office objectives with the broader company strategy. • Independent Caseload Management: Handle all phases of litigation for assigned cases, from initial investigation to trial and post-trial activities. • Process Improvement: Identify and implement opportunities for process automation, workflow enhancements and efficient digital case management consistent with Next’s digital-first approach.

🎯 Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school. • Active member in good standing of the State Bar of Texas, standing in additional jurisdictions preferred. • Minimum 5-9 years of proven trial attorney experience preferably within Insurance defense litigation or a related field. • Demonstrated ability to manage a significant case load independently and effectively in a fast-paced high-volume environment. • Strong knowledge of Texas law and civil procedure, particularly as it relates to personal injury, general liability and commercial auto cases. • Exceptional legal research, writing, negotiation and analytical skills. • Proficiency in legal case management software, e-discovery tools and remote collaboration technologies. • Strong business acumen and an “ownership mentality,” with the ability to capitalize on advancing technology and efficiency.

🏖️ Benefits

• partially subsidized medical plan • fully subsidized vision/dental options • life insurance • disability insurance • 401(k) • flexible paid time off • parental leave