Lawyer needed for Pinellas Park office

Job Overview

A well-established litigation-focused law firm is seeking a skilled Litigation Attorney to represent policyholders in first-party insurance cases. This role involves advocating for clients dealing with property insurance disputes, proactively managing cases, and guiding clients through the legal process with empathy and diligence. The position offers competitive compensation, bonuses, and a collaborative work environment.

Location

• Pinellas Park, FL

Duties

• Manage a full caseload of property insurance litigation cases.

• Conduct legal research and draft pleadings, briefs, and motions.

• Argue hearings and conduct depositions.

• Handle all phases of discovery.

• Negotiate settlements, both informally and in mediation.

• Provide guidance and leadership to paralegals and administrative staff.

• Communicate effectively and regularly with clients to provide case updates.

• Collaborate with fellow attorneys to develop legal strategies.

Requirements

• Active Florida Bar membership.

• Minimum of 3 years of litigation experience.

• Experience handling property insurance cases (plaintiff or defense side).

• Strong legal research, writing, and advocacy skills.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.

• Ability to manage cases independently and stay organized.

• Familiarity with Microsoft Office and legal research tools such as Westlaw.

• Trial experience is a plus but not required.

• Driven, competitive, and committed to continuous improvement.

Education

• Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Florida Bar license in good standing.

Skills

• Strong litigation and negotiation skills.

• Ability to work well in a team-oriented environment.

• Detail-oriented and proactive in case preparation.

• Comfortable building relationships across the legal community.

Benefits

• Performance-based bonuses with potential to exceed listed salary range.

• 401(k) with employer matching.

• Health insurance coverage.

• Flexible vacation policy.

• Hybrid work opportunities.

• Supportive and growth-oriented work environment.