General Liability Associate Attorney

2-7 yrs required

Full-time

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- Job title: General Liability Associate Attorney
- Salary information: Competitive compensation with additional benefits including medical, dental, life insurance, 401(k) with employer contribution, PTO, and bonuses for exceeding minimum hourly requirements.
- Experience: At least 2-7 years of experience in insurance defense litigation, including case management, motion practice, discovery, hearings, depositions, arbitrations, and trials.
- Location: Fort Lauderdale, FL
- Department: General Liability Practice

Overview

- Join the General Liability Practice at Lewis Brisbois, a full-service AmLaw 100 firm.
- Seeking an attorney with strong research and writing skills.
- Admission to the Florida Bar is required.
- Spanish language proficiency is strongly preferred.
- The General Liability Practice has over 600 attorneys nationwide and specializes in defending defendants in significant exposure cases.
- Experience in catastrophic injury, wrongful death, and complex litigation cases is a plus.
- Partners and senior associates have extensive trial experience and have been recognized for their successes.
- Open to developing talented attorneys with litigation experience in any arena.
- Competitive compensation and benefits package offered.

Qualifications

- Must have at least 2-7 years of experience in insurance defense litigation.
- Strong research and writing skills are required.
- Admission to the Florida Bar is required.
- Spanish language proficiency is strongly preferred.
- Experience in catastrophic injury, wrongful death, and complex litigation cases is a plus.
- Must have a collaborative mindset and be open to working with a team.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to manage a caseload and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Must be able to work independently and take initiative.
- Must be detail-oriented and able to meet deadlines.
- Must have a strong work ethic and be dedicated to providing high-quality legal services.
- Must be willing to take on new challenges and continuously learn and improve.

Responsibilities

- Conduct legal research and provide written and oral advice to clients.
- Manage a caseload and handle all phases of insurance defense litigation.
- Prepare legal documents, including pleadings, motions, and discovery requests.
- Attend hearings, depositions, arbitrations, and trials.
- Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, and other parties involved in the case.
- Collaborate with partners and senior associates on complex cases.
- Stay up-to-date on developments in the law and relevant legal issues.
- Participate in firm events and networking opportunities.

Education

- Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
- Admission to the Florida Bar is required.

Skills

- Strong research and writing skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to manage a caseload and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
- Ability to work independently and take initiative.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal research databases.

Working Conditions

- Regular full-time position.
- Work schedule may vary depending on caseload and court deadlines.
- Ability to work remotely may be available.
- Travel may be required for hearings, depositions, and trials.

The Law Firm

- Lewis Brisbois is a full-service AmLaw 100 firm with over 50 offices nationwide.
- The Fort Lauderdale office is part of the General Liability Practice, which consists of over 600 attorneys.
- The firm is known for its successful defense of defendants in significant exposure cases.
- The General Liability Practice has a strong reputation for handling catastrophic injury, wrongful death, and complex litigation cases.
- The firm values collaboration, diversity, and inclusion.
- Opportunities for professional development and advancement are available.

How to Apply

- Submit your resume, cover letter, and writing sample through the firm's website or to the email address provided.
- In your cover letter, include your salary expectations and availability for an interview.
- Only qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview.

Join the General Liability Practice at Lewis Brisbois and be a part of a highly respected and successful team of attorneys. We offer competitive compensation, a comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for professional growth. Apply now and take the next step in your legal career!

Not required.

Medical, dental, life insurance, 401(k) with employer contribution, PTO for eligible classifications, bonus for exceeding minimum hourly requirements.

Spanish preferred.

Juris Doctor required.

Please submit your resume, cover letter, and writing sample to the email listed below.

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