Senior Staff Attorney

The Hartford

. Handle complex and high exposure litigation .

Posted 10/26/2026full-timeRemote • Maryland • United StatesSenior💰 $132,400 - $198,600 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive legal expertise with a Juris Doctorate and a license to practice in MD and DC, focusing on high exposure litigation, legal research, and trial preparation. Proven ability to communicate effectively with clients, courts, and opposing counsel while managing complex cases efficiently.

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Juris Doctorate (JD)License To Practice In MD And DCFirst Chair Jury Trial/Appellate ExpertiseLegal Research And Writing SkillsClaim Cases And Litigation Expertise

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Hard Skills

Legal ResearchTrial PreparationPleadings PreparationAppellate BriefsDiscoveryMotionsDepositionsEvidence PresentationDefense Strategies DevelopmentCase Disposition

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsExcellent Organizational SkillsAbility To Prioritize Duties And Time

Tools & Technologies

Legal SoftwareCourt Communication Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

Member In Good Standing Of Bar Association

Industry Keywords

LitigationHigh Exposure CasesClaims HandlingAppellate LawLegal Advice

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Handle complex and high exposure litigation
Analyze substantive and procedural legal and factual issues
Conduct extensive legal research
Develop and present defense strategies on behalf of clients
Prepare complex pleadings, written discovery, depositions, motions and briefs
Provide timely communications, information, legal advice and services to clients and claims customers
Communicate with courts, witnesses, opposing counsel and co-counsel
Ensure prompt, efficient and effective disposition of assigned cases
Prepare and present witnesses and evidence at trials, hearings and alternative dispute resolutions
Research, draft, file and argue appellate briefs
Provide opinions to Managing Attorney, Assistant Managing Attorney, staff, clients and claims customers

Requirements

What you’ll need

Juris Doctorate (JD) from accredited law school
License to practice in MD and DC state and local federal courts
Knowledge of courts with available transportation
Member in good standing of applicable Bar Association
Minimum of 10 years of legal experience
Documented first chair jury trial/appellate expertise
Strong legal research and writing skills
Excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize duties and time
Strong communication, computer and technological skills
Ability to quickly leverage new software as required
Demonstrated expertise and familiarity in handling claim cases and litigation

Benefits

Comp & perks

Short-term or annual bonuses
Long-term incentives
On-the-spot recognition
Perks & Benefits (details not specified)