Law Clerk (Workers Compensation)

Berkshire Hathaway Homestate Companies • Law School Legal Intern • Remote • 4d ago

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

Berkshire Hathaway Homestate Companies, Workers Compensation Division, has a need for Law Clerks! This is a full-time opportunity during Summer Break, with the potential to continue part-time during the school year. This opening provides current law students an opportunity to gain practical, hands-on, in-house legal experience within the insurance industry. The successful candidate will have the unique experience of partnering one-on-one with our Director of Corporate Counsel, while gaining exposure to all facets of our company, and receive visibility with various members of our senior leadership team.

Applicants must be current law students attending an ABA-approved law school in the United States who have completed their first or second year(s)

Interested applicants should submit online application, resume, and current transcript

RESPONSIBILITIES

Assist Director of Corporate Counsel with legal research, analysis, and document review.
Assist Director of Corporate Counsel in the preparation of memoranda, position statements, contracts and agreements, including master services, licensing, professional services, and vendor agreements.
Special projects as assigned.

WHAT YOU'D BRING TO THE ROLE

Strong legal research and writing skills, including proficient use of LEXIS and/or Westlaw.
Proficient in Microsoft word processing software, Microsoft spreadsheet software, and able to quickly master and demonstrate proficiency with applicable databases, systems, and vendor software programs.
Exceptional academic credentials.
Outstanding verbal and written communication skills with keen attention to detail.
Highly motivated self-starter with strong interpersonal and relationship management skills.
Able to take direction and effectively partner with legal and non-legal personnel.
Able to synthesize complex and diverse information and identify items requiring additional information or action.

ABOUT US

With more than 50 years in business, BHHC has grown from a regional organization to a national insurance group, offering insurance products from coast to coast. Relationships are the cornerstone of our culture, and we believe in doing the right thing. That means we invest in our business in every way possible to deliver on our mission and demonstrate that people are what powers our success. Our commitment to financial strength and integrity means our customers can rest assured that we will be there when it counts.

At BHHC we embrace diversity and foster an environment where our people can be their authentic selves. Our differences make us stronger and better together, which fosters a harmonious workplace, something we truly value. We’ve created an approachable and collaborative atmosphere. Here you’ll find a welcoming workplace where everyone can feel valued, supported, and inspired to do great work. Together, we raise the bar by being curious, remaining customer-focused, and operating with integrity.

The hourly wage for this job is $33.00. This hourly wage is what the employer reasonably expects to pay for the position based on potential employee qualifications, operational needs and other considerations consistent with applicable law. The reflected wage applies only to this position.