Trial Attorney - Insurance Defense

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as lead counsel on trials, arbitrations, and mediations in state and federal courts.
• Develop litigation strategy, conduct depositions, and argue motions.
• Prepare witnesses, experts, and clients for trial.
• Draft pleadings, dispositive motions, and trial documents.
• Analyze case facts, legal issues, and exposure to develop resolution strategies.
• Communicate regularly with clients, insurance carriers, and opposing counsel.
• Manage litigation files independently, with support from paralegals and junior attorneys.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Active license in good standing with The Florida Bar.
• Minimum 3-5 years of litigation experience, including first- or second-chair trial experience.
• Strong knowledge of personal injury, workers' compensation, auto claims, premises liability, and/or maritime law.
• Excellent courtroom, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage a full caseload and meet deadlines in a high-volume environment.

Preferred Skills

• Experience working with insurance carriers and understanding billing practices.
• Strategic thinker with strong writing and case management skills.
• Bilingual a plus.

We Offer

• Competitive compensation, including trial bonuses.
• Health, dental, and vision benefits.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Paid time off, CLE support, and career advancement opportunities.
• A trial-ready culture with a team that supports litigation excellence.