The Risk Litigation Specialist is the backbone of our trial and legal support team. This role helps manage the critical details of legal cases related to transportation incidents"from early investigation through trial preparation and post-case closeout. You'll work closely with attorneys and other departments to support the company's response to claims and legal matters, including compliance with industry regulations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Work a consistent full-time schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
- Conduct legal research in preparation for litigation involving transportation claims
- Prepare discovery responses and gather required materials for legal counsel
- Organize and maintain documents in paper and digital filing systems
- Gather and arrange evidence, reports, and legal documents for case preparation
- Draft correspondence and basic legal documents
- Obtain affidavits and formal statements for use in court proceedings
- Schedule interviews, depositions, and meetings with witnesses, attorneys, and vendors
- Assist with preparing and managing exhibits during mediations or trials
- Close out and archive case documentation after resolution
- Occasional travel may be required for mediations or legal meetings
What You Bring:
- Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
- Professional communication with internal teams and outside contacts
- Comfortable with document management systems and basic office software
- Experience in legal support, insurance claims, risk management, or trucking is a plus (but not required)
By joining our team, you'll receive:
- Competitive pay
- 8 paid holidays (after 30 days) and paid time off (after 90 days)
- Excellent insurance coverage including medical, prescription, dental, vision, and hearing
- Starting as low as $101.10/week for family plans or $38.25/week for individual plans (effective after 30 days)
- Company-paid life insurance and short-term disability benefits
- Traditional and Roth 401(k) plans with profit sharing - a portion of company profits goes directly into your retirement account
- Referral rewards - cash bonuses for referrals
From working with top-notch colleagues and learning new skills, to teaming up with people who take pride in their jobs (and yours) - once you get a taste of the Averitt culture, you'll want in for the long haul. In fact, nearly 20% of our associates have been with us for more than 20 years.
Ready to make a change? APPLY NOW to become a Risk Litigation Specialist.
Averitt Express is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Pay Range: - , General Benefits:
- Must be 18 years of age
- High school diploma or GED required
- Prior experience in transportation civil litigation and claims required
- College degree preferred
- Proficient with computers and basic office software
- Highly organized and detail-oriented
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information
- Knowledge of the transportation industry or vehicle insurance claims is a plus
LeadFlex Job ID: 196109
External ID: 290143
Post Date: 06/01/2025