Overview In this role, you will lead a diverse portfolio of insurance defense matters from start to finish, shaping defense strategies and advocating for clients. You'll work closely with carriers, insureds, and experts to deliver practical solutions in a collaborative, growth-oriented firm. You'll handle depositions, hearings, mediations, and arbitrations while maintaining proactive client communication. This position offers autonomy, meaningful litigation work, and clear opportunities for professional advancement.
Responsibilities- Manage a diverse portfolio of insurance defense cases through all phases of litigation
- Develop and execute effective defense strategies tailored to client objectives
- Conduct legal research and analyze complex legal and factual issues
- Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery requests, responses, and other substantive legal documents
- Take and defend depositions and prepare witnesses for testimony
- Represent clients in hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and court proceedings
- Evaluate claims, assess liability and exposure, and provide strategic recommendations to clients and carriers
- Negotiate favorable settlements when appropriate while effectively preparing cases for trial
- Collaborate with insurance adjusters, experts, and other stakeholders to build strong defenses
- Maintain proactive communication with clients regarding case strategy and developments
Key requirements- Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
- Active license and good standing with the applicable state bar
- 5+ years of insurance defense litigation experience
- Strong understanding of insurance law, civil litigation procedures, and defense strategies
- Proven ability to independently manage a litigation caseload
- Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively
- strong communication
- client-focused service
- collaboration
- strategic thinking
- autonomy
- experience with depositions, mediations, hearings, and trial preparation
