Litigation Associate - Insurance Defense / General Liability

Tampa Based Law Firm is Seeking an Associates to Join Their Firm - Strong Bonus Structure, Excellent Benefits, 401k with Match, Hybrid/Remote Schedule

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Salary: $120,000 - $170,000 per year

A bit about us:

We are looking for a strong attorney that can work in our Insurance Defense department, and hit the ground running.

We prefer to offer this role to an associate that has an insurance background, but we are willing to train for the right candidate.

Why join us?

• Strong bonus structure
• Excellent Benefits - health, dental, vision, etc
• Health spending account (HSA)
• Opportunity for growth
• Option to work hybrid/remote schedule

Job Details

Responsibilities:

1. Representing insurance companies and their policyholders in civil litigation matters
2. Handling a diverse caseload involving all types of insurance defense litigation.
3. Managing all aspects of litigation, including conducting discovery, taking and defending depositions, motions practice, and trial work.
4. Interacting with clients, claim professionals, and expert witnesses.
5. Analyzing complex legal and factual issues, conducting extensive, well-reasoned legal research, and independently developing and presenting defense strategies.
6. Preparing reports and providing counsel to clients on claim/litigation status and resolution.
7. Negotiating settlements on behalf of clients.
8. Maintaining up-to-date knowledge of insurance defense law, trends, and regulations to stay ahead of changes in the law.
9. Working 2000 billable hours a year.

Qualifications:
The ideal candidate for the Insurance Defense Attorney position should have the following qualifications:

1. Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school.
2. Admission to the state bar and in good standing.
3. Minimum of 2+ years of experience in insurance defense litigation (preferred).
4. Proven experience as a defense attorney with a strong track record of successful litigation.
5. Excellent research, analytical, problem-solving skills, and detail-oriented.
6. Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
7. Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
8. Proficient in legal research software and Microsoft Office Suite.
9. Strong negotiation skills and the ability to resolve disputes effectively and efficiently.
10. High ethical standards and professional integrity.

This position offers a unique opportunity to work on challenging legal cases, develop your skills, and make a significant impact. If you are a dedicated, ambitious, and experienced Insurance Defense Attorney, we would love to hear from you. Apply today and start your exciting journey with our legal team!

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