Job Description
JBC legal division has partnered with a leading law firm who is seeking a tactical insurance defense attorney with 2- 5 plus years of experience as an insurance defense attorney. We desire a candidate with an exceptional commitment to service who can carry out all litigation phases, from case management and motion practice to mediations and trials. If you have insurance defense experience and persuasive oral and written communication skills, you might be the litigation attorney we’re seeking. The team includes effective and seasoned legal professionals dedicated to providing consistent mentorship to aspiring associate attorneys. If this interests you, we would love to hear from you!
Responsibilities
Represent clients with insurance coverage and civil litigation proceedings to argue court motions and in-house claims Identify insurance client conflicts to determine case arguments that offer ideal options for resolution Help oversee insurance firm paralegals, litigation associates, administrative staff, legal assistants, and others, as assigned Develop and carry out promising legal defense strategies by performing legal research, auditing for coverage issues, and drafting legal documents Weigh all available options for successful insurance case first-party action and advise clients accordingly Prepare all necessary legal documents for policyholders and cases, including briefs, motions, pleadings, and correspondence Provide mentorship to administrative staff in regards to insurance law, clients’ billing, invoicing, meetings, and projects
Qualifications
Graduation from law school with Juris Doctorate (J.D.) degree and experience representing clients for a minimum of two years More than one year in the insurance industry as an insurance coverage attorney, insurance defense attorney, or similar role in an insurance law firm is necessary Current, active membership Arizona bar association is required Experience using legal research programs such as Westlaw and Lexis required Solid decision-making, interpersonal communication, and public speaking skills are non-negotiable Effectively manage the demands of a heavy caseload without the need for super