Insurance Defense Attorney

9-20 yrs required

Full-time

No

A law firm is seeking an experienced Insurance Defense Attorney for its Fort Lauderdale, FL location. The ideal candidate will have significant litigation and trial experience in general liability and/or insurance defense. Here's a detailed overview:

Job Overview:

The Insurance Defense Attorney will manage a caseload from inception to resolution, including handling all aspects of civil cases through trial. The role requires strong negotiation skills, working independently with minimal supervision, and a proactive approach to case management.

Duties:

• Manage a caseload of insurance defense matters, including but not limited to general liability cases.
• Conduct legal research and analysis on various insurance defense issues.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and other legal documents.
• Prepare for and attend hearings, depositions, and trials.
• Negotiate settlements and communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, and other parties involved in the litigation process.
• Provide timely and accurate reporting to clients on case developments and status updates.
• Collaborate with other attorneys and legal staff on complex cases and strategic litigation initiatives.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• An active license to practice law in Florida and additional licensure in other states are a plus.
• 10+ years of experience practicing law, focusing on insurance defense and civil litigation.
• Proven track record of successful trial experience, including taking depositions and arguing motions.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure and meet deadlines.

Education & Certifications:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• An active license to practice law in Florida and additional licensure in other states are a plus.

Skills:

• Litigation and trial experience in insurance defense and general liability matters.
• Proficiency in legal research and writing.
• Strong negotiation skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental Insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance

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