Senior Trial Attorney - (Baton Rouge, LA)

Functional Area: CL - Claims Estimated Travel Percentage (%): Relocation Provided: National Union Fire Insurance Co of Pittsburgh, PA Location: This position can be located at our New Orleans office or remote from our Baton Rouge location. Job Purpose: Provides legal advice and representation to AIG and/or the insured in legal matters while minimizing legal and indemnity exposure. Must handle cases of the highest complexity and financial exposure. Leads legal teams within the organization. Job duties: 1. Examine reports, evidence and other relevant data to determine advisability of proceeding with litigation. 2. Analyze probable outcomes through knowledge and research of legal precedents. 3. Develop and execute trial and/or pre-trial strategy for most cost effective outcome. 4. Draft legal papers, perform research, and handle project work for the office. 5. Negotiate settlements on behalf of the insured and/or AIG. 6. Advise and/or lead core and associate staff on technical issues 7.