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

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