Senior Staff Attorney Insurance Defense

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Senior Staff Attorney, Insurance Defense
The candidate will be required to work closely with claim centers and insureds to deliver the best possible result in pending litigation. Will be part of a unique team responsible for providing top quality representation of Company for litigated matters involving Auto and General Liability (product & premises) files. These cases will be handled from inception thru trial resolution. Will handle the following key responsibilities: Analyze complex legal factual issues while conducting extensive and well-reasoned legal research Independently develop and aggressively present defense strategies on behalf of clients for auto and general liability cases from inception through trial. Prepare pleadings, written discovery, motions and briefs in support of defense strategies. Provide effective and timely information, legal advice and other services. Communicate with the court, witnesses, opposing counsel and co-counsel with professional diplomacy and discretion. Research, draft, file and argue appellate briefs in reviewing courts on behalf of clients. Participate in claims file reviews Promptly, efficiently and effectively disposition assigned cases. Independently conduct trials, depositions, arbitration and meditations Attend continuing legal education seminars in order to maintain a high level of professional expertise. Juris Doctorate Degree from an accredited law school and a license to practice in the state of Florida is required. 10 years of legal practice with demonstrable verdict experience within insurance defense. First chair jury trial experience is strongly preferred Legal research and motion practice expertise. Excellent verbal and written communication skills Solid MS Office proficiency (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, & Outlook) Lexis Nexis experience is a plus. Self-directed aptitude with excellent organizational and prioritization skills.

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