Attorney needed for Miramar office

Job Overview:
A growing law firm specializing in property insurance claims and litigation is seeking an experienced Attorney to join its team. The ideal candidate will have 2-4 years of experience in first-party property insurance claims and the ability to work collaboratively with senior partners and administrative staff. This hybrid role involves managing a caseload, conducting legal research, providing customer service, and representing clients in legal proceedings. Strong research, writing, and communication skills are essential, and proficiency with legal technology is a must.

Location:

• Miramar, FL

Duties:

• Manage a caseload of first-party property insurance claims from inception to resolution.
• Conduct detailed case assessments and develop litigation strategies.
• Provide exceptional customer service, including case updates and legal advice.
• Prepare and present case evaluations and legal recommendations.
• Perform legal research to support case preparation and strategy.
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery requests, and other legal documents.
• Represent clients in court, including hearings, trials, and mediations.
• Argue motions and present evidence before judges and juries.
• Engage in settlement negotiations with opposing counsel, insurance companies, and other parties.
• Supervise administrative staff, paralegals, and law clerks.
• Analyze client needs, identify solutions, and develop case strategies.

Requirements:

• 2-4 years of recent experience in first-party property insurance claims.
• Licensed member of the Florida Bar Association.
• Minimum of 1-2 years of experience in a law firm environment.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage a heavy caseload.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office/Google Suite.
• Advanced proficiency with legal research programs (Westlaw and Lexis).

Education:

• Juris Doctorate (J.D.) from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Florida Bar license required.

Skills:

• Strong research and writing abilities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple cases simultaneously.
• Proficiency with legal technology and case management software.
• Negotiation skills for settlement discussions.

Benefits:

• Hybrid work opportunity.
• Additional benefits may be provided (not specified in the description).