Staff Counsel

Slide Insurance - Fun. Innovation Driven. Fueled by Passion, Purpose and Technology.

At Slide, you will not only be part of a successful team, but you will also be a part of our Slide Vibe/award winning culture where collaboration and innovation are expected, recognized and awarded!

To revolutionize all facets of property insurance, we need to do things differently. Therefore, certain traits are required of Sliders in order to be successful in our fast-paced environment. Being able to contribute innovative solutions (Best Idea Wins!), being able to easily pivot and comfortable with ambiguity, as well as the desire to grow in a Best Places to Work award winning culture are some of the things that make a Slider successful. Does this sound like you?!

What you will be doing:

• Facilitate a work environment that fosters and supports ethical decision-making and actions by motivating, promoting, and modeling ethical behavior, as well as executing job responsibilities in accordance with Slide's core values and policies.
• Manage activities and team members in department including training, development, and developing individual team member goals.
• Responsible for developing a Litigation Plan in conjunction and consultation with the assigned Litigation Examiner; modify as needed throughout process.
• Prepare pleadings, argue motions, represent the Company in litigation hearings, responsible for all aspects of the litigation process.
• Responsible for ensuring compliance with all Orders entered in each assigned case and complying with all Administrative Orders.
• Responsible for ensuring complete compliance with the Florida Rules of Civil Procedure and the Florida Evidence Code and the Rules of General Practice and Judicial Administration.
• Strict compliance with the Rules Regulating the Florida Bar and the Oath of Attorney
• Perform other duties, as assigned.

What you have:

Education, Experience, and Licensing:

• Degree from ABA-approved program required.
• Licensed by the Florida Bar and a member in good standing required.
• 4+ years of experience practicing in Florida required.
• 3+ years of experience specializing in first-party property defense preferred.

Qualifications/Skills and Competencies:

• A thorough understanding of the Florida Rules of Civil Procedure
• A thorough understanding of the Florida Evidence Code and Florida case governing the code.
• A thorough understanding of the Florida Rules of Judicial Administration, especially Chapter 690-123, 690-142. 690-167
• A thorough understanding of the Title XXXVII of the Florida Statutes governing Insurance, especially Chapter 624 and Chapter 627.
• A thorough understanding of the Rules Regulating the Florida Bar, specifically the Rules of Professional Conduct.
• Extensive knowledge of case law governing Florida insurance claims.
• Highly organized with the ability to handle and maintain daily tasks associated with the case load.
• Strong communication skills; ability to clearly and succinctly articulate position.
• Strong and persuasive legal writing skills and oral advocacy skills.
• Independent ability to analyze legal issues with minimal supervision.
• Appreciation for and commitment to delivery of high-quality legal work.
• Drive for working collaboratively with team members.
• Personal integrity and adherence to a high degree of professionalism and ethical competency.
• Strong research skills and negotiation skills.
• Desire to live Slide's Core Values

What Slide offers to you:

The Slide Vibe - An opportunity to be a part of a fun and innovation-driven culture fueled by Passion, Purpose and Technology!  Slide offers many opportunities to collaborate and innovate across the company and departments, as well as get to know other Sliders. From coffee chats, to clubs, to social events - we plan it, so all Sliders feel included and Enjoy their Journey.

Benefits - Created using Slider feedback, Slide offers a comprehensive and affordable benefits package to cover all aspects of health...Physical, Emotional, Financial, Social and Professional.  A Lifestyle Spending Account is set up for each Slider and Slide contributes to it monthly for use on any benefit that individually suits you - Health Your Way!

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