Insurance Defense - General Attorney / Personal Injury Defense Attorney in Fort Myers, FL

In-House

Fort Myers, FL

Insurance Defense - General Attorney / Personal Injury Defense Attorney in Fort Myers, FL

Attorney

Min 2 yrs required

No

Travel: No

Job Title: Insurance Defense Attorney - Bodily Injury
Salary: $128,700 - $143,000/year
Experience: Minimum of 2 years general/auto litigation experience

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As an insurance defense attorney within our bodily injury (BI) unit, you will have the opportunity to be a part of our motor vehicle insurance defense litigation team. This role involves providing legal representation to Progressive insureds and/or to the Progressive Insurance Companies in all aspects of litigation. You will handle cases from beginning to end, prepare legal documents, and negotiate settlements. As a key member of our team, you will work closely with clients and claims partners to ensure positive outcomes.

This is a fully remote position for our Ft. Myers Office, covering venues in Collier, Lee, Charlotte, Desoto, Highlands, Hendry, Sarasota, and Manatee Counties.

Key Responsibilities:

- Represent Progressive insureds and/or the Progressive Insurance Companies before courts and arbitration panels
- Prepare legal pleadings, motions, statements, and trial briefs
- Negotiate settlements and work closely with clients and claims partners
- Analyze written discovery, depositions, and medical records
- Assess the value of claims to determine risk exposure
- Prepare timely reports on litigation

Must-Have Qualifications:

- Juris doctor degree or Master of Laws (LLM)
- Admitted to practice law in the state of Florida
- Minimum of 2 years general/auto litigation experience

Compensation:

- $128,700 - $143,000/year
- Annual cash incentive payment up to 40% of eligible earnings based on company performance

Benefits:

- 401(k) with dollar-for-dollar company match up to 6%
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage, including free preventative care
- Wellness and mental health programs
- Health care flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, and life insurance
- Paid time off, including volunteer time off
- Paid and unpaid sick leave, short and long-term disability
- Parental and family leave, military leave and pay
- Diverse, inclusive, and welcoming culture with Employee Resource Groups
- Career development and tuition assistance

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Job Number: 239599
Category: Legal
Location: FL
Remote Type: Remote
Job Level: Experienced
Travel: No