Property And Casualty Insurance Associate Attorney

Job Overview: A law firm in Miami, FL, is seeking a Property And Casualty Insurance Associate Attorney with 2-6 years of insurance litigation experience. The ideal candidate will understand insurance coverage issues strongly, and additional expertise in bad-faith insurance matters is preferred. Excellent academic credentials and demonstrated writing skills are essential. The role requires strong interpersonal and communication skills to work effectively within a team and independently on client matters, emphasizing a commitment to client service and initiative.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Conduct legal research and analysis on insurance coverage and defense matters.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and other legal documents.
• Assist with deposition preparation and conduct depositions of witnesses.
• Handle court appearances and argue motions before state and federal courts.
• Provide legal advice and guidance to clients on insurance-related issues.
• Collaborate with partners and senior associates on complex litigation cases.
• Manage and prioritize multiple deadlines and tasks effectively.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the Florida State Bar; additional state admissions a plus.
• 2-6 years of experience in insurance litigation, preferably focusing on property and casualty insurance.
• Strong understanding of insurance coverage issues; experience in bad faith insurance matters is desirable.
• Excellent academic credentials, including strong writing and analytical skills.
• Previous federal clerkship or state appellate clerkship experience is advantageous.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

Skills:

• Proficiency in legal research tools and databases.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills to build rapport with clients and colleagues.
• Organizational skills to manage workload efficiently and meet deadlines.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in legal analysis and documentation.

For more than a century, this law firm has been recognized as one of the most trusted, skilled, and effective law firms in the United States. It employs approximately 225 attorneys in seven offices. Its lawyers and government consultants are regarded as highly skilled professionals who get the job done through diligence and unparalleled commitment to the highest standards of client service. Based in Florida, they have extensive experience in all areas of international business and related fields. They handle high-stakes class-action and mass tort litigation; significant mergers, acquisitions, and securities offerings; a full range of intellectual property counseling, registration, and litigation; environmental, land use, and real property representation; governmental consulting; commercial financing representation; construction advice, mediation, and litigation; and other legal counseling and business dispute resolution services. They provide enhanced services, resources, and an expanded legal network to nearly two-thirds of the Fortune 100 companies.