Associate Attorney - General Liability Defense Job in West Palm Beach, FL Near Me - 352805 | BCGSearch.com

Associate Attorney - General Liability Defense

Type Full-Time

Location Florida - West Palm Beach

Job ID BUNJ352805

Experience Level Midlevel Associate

Job Experience Min. 3 - Max. 10 Years

Ranking 3 : Mostly Business $$$

Estimated Salary Lower than Highest Salary Band in Market (Varies by Firm)

Practice Areas Insurance Defense - GeneralMedical Malpractice Defense

2024-10-31 02:32:38

A law firm seeks an Associate Attorney experienced in General Liability defense to join its West Palm Beach, FL office. This role involves handling cases in medical malpractice and long-term care defense, representing clients through all stages of the litigation process, including trial and appeal. The ideal candidate will have 3-10 years of experience and be adept at managing complex legal matters while delivering results-driven advocacy.

Duties

  • Review and summarize medical records to build effective case strategies
  • Draft and file motions, including motions for summary judgment, and attend hearings to represent clients in court
  • Prepare clients for depositions and attend both fact and expert depositions
  • Draft reports at various stages, including initial, interim, pre-trial, and appellate reports
  • Respond to discovery requests and handle discovery-related motions
  • Regularly attend court appearances to advocate for clients and pursue favorable outcomes
  • Conduct mediation, arbitration, and other dispute resolution proceedings as required

Requirements

  • Experience: 3-10 years in General Liability defense, with specific experience in medical malpractice or long-term care defense
  • Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities; excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Responsibilities: Able to manage complex discovery, attend court appearances, and take and defend depositions

Education

  • Degree: Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

Certifications

  • Bar Admission: Active license to practice law in the State of Florida

Skills

  • Expertise in drafting motions and responding to discovery requests
  • Strong research skills with the ability to analyze intricate legal issues
  • Effective case management and organizational abilities
  • Collaborative team player with a client-service orientation

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) plan with company match for future financial planning
  • Paid time off and parental leave policies
  • Access to training and mentorship programs for career development
  • Growth and advancement opportunities within a dynamic legal environment

With offices in Fort Myers, Las Vegas, Los Angeles, West Palm Beach, Phoenix, Tampa, Miami, Tallahassee, Jacksonville, Lexington, Fort Lauderdale, Virgin Islands, San Juan, Chicago and Pensacola, this prestigious full service law firm serves the areas of estate planning, immigration, mergers & acquisitions, corporate structure, title insurance defence, probate litigation, commercial litigation, intellectual property, land use, asset protection, real estate litigation and bankruptcy. They make sure their clients get nothing but the best service and representation.

Your information will not be forwarded to any employers at this time. A recruiter will contact you with more information once our internal review of your resume is completed.

Similar Jobs Near Me

View All Listings

Associate Attorney with experience in First and Third-Party Insurance Litigation

 Florida - West Palm Beach

Job Overview: A law firm is seeking a motivated Associate Attorney with experience in First and Third-Party Insurance Litigation to join its growing legal team. The role involves managing a variety of insurance litigation cases, from initial evaluation through to resolution, and offers significant autonomy while working closely with senior attorney....

View Job Post

Associate Attorney needed for West Palm Beach office

 Florida - West Palm Beach

A law firm in West Palm Beach, FL is seeking a motivated Associate Attorney with 0-2 years of experience in insurance defense. The ideal candidate will have strong writing and litigation skills, with the ability to draft, review, and analyze legal documents, take and defend depositions, and conduct legal research using tools like Westlaw. Florida B....

View Job Post

Subrogation and Recovery Attorney

 Florida - West Palm Beach

West Palm Beach office of a BCG Attorney Search Top Ranked Law Firm seeks a subrogation and recovery attorney with 5+ years of litigation experience, preferably in product defect claims, property damage claims, or construction issues. The candidate will represent corporate clients in Federal and State Courts, handling civil actions related to prope....

View Job Post