Insurance Defense Attorney (In-House)

Insurance Defense Attorney (In-House)

A rapidly growing insurance-focused organization is building a high-performance, in-house legal team and is seeking Insurance Defense Attorneys to join at a pivotal stage of growth.

This role offers the opportunity to handle a full caseload from inception through resolution, working alongside experienced leadership to deliver high-quality legal outcomes while helping shape a modern, efficient in-house defense model.

The ideal candidate has strong experience in Michigan insurance defense litigation, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and is excited to be part of a team built for long-term impact.

Key Responsibilities

Litigation Management

• Manage a caseload of insurance defense matters from intake through final resolution
• Handle all phases of litigation, including pleadings, discovery, depositions, motion practice, and trial preparation
• Develop case strategies aligned with organizational goals and risk tolerance
• Represent clients in court appearances, hearings, mediations, and trials as needed

Case Evaluation & Strategy

• Analyze claims and assess liability, damages, and exposure
• Provide clear recommendations on settlement strategy versus trial
• Collaborate with leadership on complex or high-exposure cases
• Ensure consistent, high-quality legal work product across all matters

Collaboration & Internal Partnership

• Work closely with claims professionals, internal legal leadership, and external partners
• Contribute to building efficient legal workflows and best practices
• Support the transition of work from outside counsel to the in-house team
• Maintain strong communication across stakeholders to ensure alignment and transparency

Regulatory & Legal Excellence

• Stay current on Michigan No-Fault laws, auto negligence, and insurance regulations
• Ensure compliance with all legal and ethical standards
• Contribute to ongoing improvements in litigation strategy and defense approaches

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school
• Active member in good standing with the State Bar of Michigan
• 3–8+ years of experience in insurance defense litigation
• Strong knowledge of Michigan No-Fault and auto insurance defense
• Proven ability to independently manage cases from start to finish
• Experience handling depositions, motions, and court appearances
• Trial experience is a plus, but not required

What Sets This Role Apart

• Opportunity to join a newly built, in-house legal team at an early stage
• Ability to own your cases end-to-end with real impact on outcomes
• Collaborative environment with direct access to leadership and decision-makers
• Focus on efficiency, quality, and modern legal operations (not billable-hour driven)
• Clear path for growth and advancement as the team scales

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive base salary (commensurate with experience)
• Performance-based incentives
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Generous paid time off and holidays