Insurance Defense Attorney

A law firm in Scottsdale, AZ, is seeking an experienced Insurance Defense Attorney to join their team. The ideal candidate will have a focus on bodily injury and first party/bad faith cases, and prior insurance defense experience is preferred. The attorney will be proficient in handling civil cases through trial, including taking depositions, attending oral arguments and hearings, negotiating settlements, and reporting to clients.

Duties:

• Handle bodily injury and first party/bad faith insurance defense cases.
• Conduct thorough legal research and analysis to support case strategy.
• Draft and prepare legal documents, including pleadings, motions, and briefs.
• Take and defend depositions, ensuring comprehensive and effective questioning.
• Attend and present at oral arguments, hearings, and trials.
• Negotiate settlements and mediations effectively to achieve favorable outcomes for clients.
• Report case progress and outcomes to clients, ensuring clear and regular communication.
• Collaborate with colleagues and other legal professionals to develop and implement case strategies.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Licensed to practice law in Arizona; additional licensure in other states is a plus.
• 3-7 years of experience in insurance defense, with a focus on bodily injury and first party/bad faith cases.
• Proven ability to handle civil cases through trial.

Skills:

• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in taking depositions and presenting oral arguments.
• Strong negotiation skills with the ability to achieve favorable settlements.
• Ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines effectively.
• High level of professionalism and ethical standards.
• Proficiency in legal research tools and software.
• Strong interpersonal skills to interact effectively with clients, colleagues, and court personnel.

Certifications:

• Admitted to practice law in the state of Arizona.
• Additional licensure in other states is a plus.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Benefits:

• 401(k) plan.
• Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision).
• Disability insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment.

With offices and a network of experts across the country in various major metropolitan areas allow this mid-sized defense law firm to provide the highest level of legal services. This firm specializes in a wide range of business and insurance law. Using innovative technology and a client-centric approach has allowed the firm to become an industry leader. The firm consists of diverse and highly experienced attorneys who pride themselves on achieving the best possible outcomes for each and every client. Focusing on hiring and developing highly-talented people from a wide range of backgrounds, cultures, genders, and viewpoints helps the firm have better perspectives, better ideas, and more creative solutions. The firm fosters a supportive and collegiate working environment where everyone feels included, respected, and able to contribute fully. Besides the full benefits package, the firm offers a mentorship program, team building events, community service opportunities, and on-site training classes.