Senior Associate Attorney

Immediate hire for an 5+ year insurance defense attorney near downtown Orlando. Up to $150,000 salary plus bonus based on experience

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Scott Simon
Are you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply Now" button and sending us your resume.
Salary: $110,000 - $150,000 per year

A bit about us:

We are a medium size insurance defense firm with many areas of specialization. The firm's areas of practice include: first party commercial and personal lines property claims; complex insurance coverage disputes; personal injury claims; products liability; premises liability; bad faith; personal injury protection claims; and, insurance fraud claims of all types. In each of these areas we are trial lawyers whose primary charge is to protect our clients' rights before judges and juries.

Why join us?

Great location near downtown

• Medical/Dental/Life
• Health insurance after 60 days
• 401K
• Great salary with bonus potential
• Rapid opportunity for advancement

Job Details

Job Details
We are seeking a driven and experienced Senior Associate Attorney to join our dynamic Insurance Defense team. This is a unique opportunity for a seasoned professional with a strong background in 3rd and/or 1st party insurance to play a pivotal role in our firm. You will be part of a team that is responsible for representing a diverse clientele in complex insurance matters. The Senior Associate Attorney will work directly with partners and clients to handle caseloads from start to finish. This is a full-time, onsite position that demands a high level of commitment, expertise, and professionalism.

Responsibilities
1. Provide legal representation to our clients in a wide array of insurance defense matters.
2. Manage a significant caseload from inception to closure, including drafting pleadings, motions, discovery, and briefs.
3. Conduct and defend depositions, negotiate settlements, and represent clients in court.
4. Develop and implement defense strategies, communicate with clients and opposing counsel, and prepare reports on case status.
5. Stay updated on current legislation and legal processes related to insurance defense and ensure compliance with all relevant laws and regulations.
6. Work collaboratively with team members to ensure best outcomes for clients, while also providing mentorship to junior attorneys.
7. Participate in business development activities to attract and retain clients.

Qualifications
1. Juris Doctorate (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
2. Admission to the Florida state bar and in good standing.
3. A minimum of 5 years of experience in insurance defense litigation, with a focus on 1st and 3rd party insurance matters.
4. Proven track record of successfully managing a significant caseload from inception to closure.
5. Excellent negotiation, communication, and courtroom advocacy skills.
6. Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
7. Strong research, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
8. High degree of professionalism and adherence to strict confidentiality and ethical standards.
9. Proficient in legal research software and Microsoft Office Suite.
10. Business development experience with a proven track record of attracting and retaining clients is a plus.

This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned attorney to take their career to the next level with a leading firm in the legal industry. If you are passionate about insurance defense and thrive in a fast-paced, challenging environment, we would love to hear from you.

Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply Now" button.