Litigation Attorney

Career Opportunities with Merlin Law Group A great place to work. Careers At Merlin Law Group Are you ready for new challenges and new opportunities? Join our team! Current job opportunities are posted here as they become available. Subscribe to our RSS feeds to receive instant updates as new positions become available. Position Overview: We are seeking a dynamic, seasoned attorney with 10+ years of litigation experience who is ready to step into a high-impact role within an established and respected team. This position is ideal for a confident legal professional with a strong background in first-party property insurance law and a passion for both advocacy and relationship-building. In this role, you will take ownership of cases from inception through resolution while also contributing to the continued growth of the practice through strategic business development. You’ll collaborate closely with a team of experienced attorneys, leveraging the strength, reputation, and resources of a nationally recognized law firm. If you’re driven, collaborative, and looking for an opportunity to make an immediate impact while continuing to grow your practice within a supportive and high-performing environment, we’d love to connect. What You’ll Do: Be the voice of policyholders, representing them in first-party property insurance matters such as coverage disputes, claim denials, and bad faith claims. Conduct meticulous review of insurance policies, claim documentation, correspondence, and related materials to assess coverage, identify potential issues, and build a strong case for clients. Conduct comprehensive legal research and analysis to develop innovative strategies and stay abreast of evolving first-party property insurance laws, regulations, and precedents. Manage a diverse caseload of first-party property insurance cases, drafting legal documents, pleadings, and motions, and ensuring all necessary documentation is organized and maintained. Employ your strong negotiation abilities to engage with insurance carriers, opposing counsel, and other parties involved in insurance disputes, seeking advantageous settlements for our clients. Represent clients in court proceedings, including hearings, depositions, mediations, and trials. Your persuasive advocacy skills will be pivotal in presenting compelling arguments. Provide clear and concise legal advice to policyholders, empowering them with the knowledge and understanding of their rights, obligations, and available options under their insurance policies. Collaborate with a talented team of experts, fellow attorneys, paralegals and legal assistants, fostering a supportive and collaborative environment to ensure seamless case management and optimal outcomes. Execute strategies to market to potential clients and build business in the Cincinnati area with the support of our Business Development and Marketing teams. Qualifications: Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school. Must be licensed to practice law and in good standing with the applicable state bar. Minimum of 10 years of litigation experience, with demonstrated expertise in first-party property insurance law highly preferred. Proven ability to generate new business and develop client relationships. Strong analytical, negotiation, and trial skills, with the ability to manage cases independently. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a client-focused approach. What we offer: Competitive Salary + Bonus Structure Vacation & Sick Time Flexible Spending Accounts for Health & Dependent Care Short- and Long-Term Disability Pet Discount Program & Insurance Bar Dues & CLE Credits Paid by Firm Generous 401(k) matching Hybrid Work Schedule At Merlin Law Group, we value our employees and strive to create a supportive and inclusive work environment where everyone can thrive! Join our esteemed firm and be part of a collaborative team that is committed to excellence, client empowerment, and achieving justice for policyholders. Apply today to contribute your legal expertise and make a lasting impact in the field of first-party property insurance! Note to Recruiters & Staffing Agencies Thank you for your interest in our job advertisement. To streamline our communication process, we kindly request that you direct all inquiries to View email address on click.appcast.io . Please, no phone calls or direct emails to our employees. We appreciate your cooperation and look forward to collaborating with you. Merlin Law Group is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to such factors as race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability, marital status, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other protected status, consistent with federal, state, and local equal employment opportunity laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr Merlin Law Group