General Liability Attorney

Job Overview: A law firm in Omaha, NE, seeks a skilled General Liability Attorney to join their team. The ideal candidate will handle various general liability matters, including claims defense and litigation support.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Gather and analyze medical evidence and records pertinent to cases.
• Conduct depositions of plaintiffs, physicians, experts, and other witnesses.
• Perform discovery tasks, including interrogatories, requests for production, and requests for admission.
• Conduct thorough legal research and remain current with legal developments.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, opinions, and other legal documents.
• Represent clients or insurers at hearings, trials, depositions, and mediations.
• Communicate effectively with claims representatives and clients.
• Assist in accident investigations and claims analysis.
• Manage costs effectively to reduce liability exposure.
• Prepare and submit required reports to company management.
• Coordinate and participate in claims reviews.
• Negotiate settlements on behalf of clients and insurance carriers.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree and proof of admission to the Nebraska Bar (Iowa Bar admission is a plus).
• Proven 3-5 years or more track record in general liability claims defense.
• Strong understanding of legal principles and practices.
• Thorough knowledge of local, state, and federal laws and regulations.
• Portable business is a plus.
• Proficiency in legal research techniques and terminology.
• Experience with Microsoft Word; familiarity with legal software preferred.
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and research skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong organizational, planning, and time management abilities.

Benefits: The firm offers a comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Flex Spending Account (FSA), Health Spending Account (HSA), short-term and Term Disability, Life Insurance, Critical Illness & Accident Insurance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and a 401(k)/Roth retirement plan with company match.

This Midwest law firm specializes in defense law. Their areas of practice include workers' compensation, civil litigation, general liability, and labor and employment. Their offices are located in Illinois, Missouri, Wisconsin, Indiana, Nebraska, and Iowa.