• Job Description

  Req#: 18874

  For more than 170 years, The Hanover has been committed to delivering on our promises and being there when it matters the most. We live our values every day, demonstrating we CARE through our values, Sustainability initiatives and inclusive corporate culture .

  The Hanover Insurance Company Staff Counsel organization is currently seeking an Employment Practices Liability attorney to join our dynamic and growing team. The Hanover offers a competitive salary and benefits package; paid continuing legal education; opportunities for professional development and advancement; and a supportive and collaborative work environment where people feel accepted and engaged.

  This position is available to be remote, hybrid, or in-office. The position is supported by the Glendale, California office.

  Position Overview:

  As a member of our California Staff Counsel group, this attorney will be primarily responsible for handling the defense of employment matters, which will consist of defending both non-litigated and litigated employment disputes. This attorney will be responsible for responding to demand letters, state and federal agency charges, and lawsuits which have been filed against Hanover’s insureds. This attorney will also be responsible for investigation and management of assigned cases from the inception of the lawsuit until conclusion through dismissal, settlement, or trial. This attorney will work with adjusters and insureds to resolve claims as expeditiously and efficiently as possible. This attorney may also be called upon to assist with general liability and/or professional liability matters as needed, and thus, experience in one or both of these areas is preferred.

  Responsibilities/Essential Functions:

  • Handles a caseload which includes primarily employment practices liability matters, however, experience in personal injury and/or miscellaneous professional liability matters is a plus.
  • Independently conducts depositions, pre-trial discovery, mediations, arbitrations or any other legal activity required to resolve cases.
  • Daily communications with claim professionals and clients concerning the evaluation of legal files.
  • Provides legal advice to clients and claim professionals as needed.
  • Negotiates settlements as authorized.
  • Attends round tables and related strategy discussions.
  • Travel within the state of California, as required for case handling.

  Position Requirements

  • Must be licensed to practice law in the state and federal courts in California.
  • 5+ years’ experience in employment litigation matters with an emphasis on representation of employers preferred.
  • Must have a strong knowledge of current procedural and substantive law, as well as federal, state, and administrative agency rules.
  • Must demonstrate an ability to analyze issues, pro-actively develop effective strategies on pending cases, communicate regularly and effectively with claims professionals and clients, document communications, and resolve cases as efficiently and effectively as possible.
  • Must have solid experience in preparing responsive pleadings, handling court appearances, discovery, motion practice, valuation of claims, settlement conferences/mediations, and trials.
  • Must be willing to work independently with minimal direction, handle claims efficiently, and be willing to travel throughout the state of California as dictated by specific case needs.

  CAREER DEVELOPMENT:

  It’s not just a job, it’s a career, and we are here to support you every step of the way. We want you to be successful and fulfilled. Through on-the-job experiences, personalized coaching and our robust learning and development programs, we encourage you – at every level – to grow and develop.

  BENEFITS:

  We offer comprehensive benefits to help you be healthy, build financial security, and balance work and home life. At The Hanover, you’ll enjoy what you do and have the support you need to succeed.

  Benefits include:

  • Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
  • 401K with a company match
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • PTO
  • Company paid holidays
  • Flexible work arrangements
  • Cultural Awareness Day in support of IDE
  • On-site medical/wellness center (Worcester only)
  • Click here for the full list of Benefits

  EEO statement:

  The Hanover values diversity in the workplace and among our customers. The company provides equal opportunity for employment and promotion to all qualified employees and applicants on the basis of experience, training, education, and ability to do the available work without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex/gender, sexual orientation, national origin, gender identity, disability, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, ancestry or any other status protected by law.
  
  Furthermore, The Hanover Insurance Group is committed to providing an equal opportunity workplace that is free of discrimination and harassment based on national origin, race, color, religion, gender, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, marital status, veteran status, genetic information or any other status protected by law.”
  
  As an equal opportunity employer, Hanover does not discriminate against qualified individuals with disabilities. Individuals with disabilities who wish to request a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, or to perform essential job functions, should contact us at: HRServices@hanover.com and include the link of the job posting in which you are interested.

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• About the company

  The Hanover Insurance Group, Inc. is an insurance company based in Worcester, Massachusetts.

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