Insurance Defense Attorney

Insurance Defense Attorney

LHH Recruitment Solutions is partnering with a respected law firm to recruit an insurance defense attorney. This full time position is ideal for an attorney who enjoys managing litigation matters, developing defense strategies, and representing clients in a variety of insurance related disputes. The role offers the opportunity to handle a diverse caseload while working closely with clients, carriers, and experienced legal professionals.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage insurance defense matters from initial case assessment through resolution

• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery requests, and discovery responses

• Conduct legal research and prepare memoranda on complex legal issues

• Take and defend depositions of parties, witnesses, and experts

• Attend court appearances, case management conferences, mediations, arbitrations, and hearings

• Evaluate liability, damages, and litigation exposure to develop effective defense strategies

• Communicate regularly with insurance carriers, clients, opposing counsel, and expert witnesses

• Prepare detailed case evaluations, status reports, and litigation budgets

• Assist with trial preparation including witness preparation, exhibit management, and trial strategy

• Maintain compliance with court deadlines and client reporting requirements

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor degree and active admission to the state bar

• Prior experience handling insurance defense matters in a law firm environment

• Strong litigation experience including motion practice, discovery, and depositions

• Excellent legal research, writing, and analytical skills

• Ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines in a fast paced environment

• Strong communication and client relationship management skills

• Experience working with insurance carriers and claims professionals preferred

• Proficiency with legal research platforms, case management systems, and Microsoft Office

• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with attorneys and support staff

Preferred Experience

• Experience defending matters involving general liability, professional liability, premises liability, construction defect, transportation, or other insurance related claims

• Courtroom experience and participation in mediations or arbitrations

• Ability to evaluate risk, negotiate settlements, and develop practical litigation strategies

Pay Details: $150,000.00 to $200,000.00 per year

Benefits: Depending on the specific client, location, and role, the benefits may include PTO, medical, dental, vision, term life and AD&D insurance, short-term disability and long-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits, wellness plans, and a 401k plan or a non-qualified deferred compensation plan. Additionally, you may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable. Bonus eligibility and amount are based upon company and/or individual performance.

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