Insurance Defense Attorney

Advanced Insurance Coverage Advocate | National + Global Litigation Defense⚖️

§ Title: Sophisticated Insurance Coverage Specialist – National Litigation Group

§ Practice Area: Comprehensive Insurance Risk Management and Complex Coverage Advocacy

§ Location: Fort Lauderdale, FL

§ Salary: $145,000 to $165,000 Base Salary (Plus significant performance-based bonus incentives up to $50,000)

§ Schedule: Full-time, Direct-Hire, Minimum 1,900 hours annual billed target

§ The Firm

Our client is a preeminent national law firm, consistently lauded for its prowess in navigating the intricacies of the insurance industry. With a robust footprint across the United States, the firm maintains prestigious rankings in Chambers USA and is recognized as a leader in defending the interests of domestic and international insurers. The firm is celebrated for its commitment to professional development and its collaborative approach to resolving high-stakes disputes. This organization offers a premier platform for attorneys to engage in challenging legal work while benefiting from the resources and stability of a highly respected national practice.

§ Duties

The selected attorney will engage in high-level litigation and advisory work, focusing on a broad spectrum of insurance-related matters. The role demands a keen analytical mind capable of interpreting complex policy language and providing strategic counsel on multi-faceted risk exposures. Primary responsibilities include:

⨖ Evaluating complex first-party and third-party liability claims to determine coverage obligations and potential exposure.

⨖ Litigating sophisticated insurance disputes, including allegations of bad faith, professional liability, and reinsurance disagreements.

⨖ Drafting comprehensive coverage opinions, dispositive motions, and legal memoranda that synthesize intricate statutory and case law.

⨖ Representing the interests of primary and excess insurers in state and federal courts throughout the litigation lifecycle.

⨖ Managing diverse caseloads involving professional indemnity, commercial general liability, and specialized reinsurance treaties.

§ Qualifications

Prospective candidates must demonstrate a high degree of technical competence and a proven history of success in insurance law.

⨖ Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an ABA-accredited law school with a record of academic excellence.

⨖ Active Bar licensure in the jurisdiction of the prospective office.

⨖ Minimum of three (3) years of direct insurance coverage experience; a minimum of ten (10) years of experience is required for candidates applying to the Houston, TX office.

⨖ Prior experience handling complex litigation involving first-party commercial property or third-party liability claims.

§ Skills

⨖ Exceptional legal research capabilities and a command of advanced legal writing techniques.

⨖ Meticulous attention to detail and the ability to manage time-sensitive deliverables within a fast-paced environment.

⨖ Strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills necessary for depositions, oral arguments, and client consultation.

⨖ Admission to multiple state bars is considered a distinct advantage for this national practice.

!Notice¡ *This a job advertisement on behalf of our client and does not reflect the full job description for the role. Any qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. You will need to provide law school transcripts, a writing sample or deal sheets, and a cover letter in order to be considered for this role. This posting does not constitute an offer of employment and the listed compensation details may vary by state or experience and will be discussed thoroughly during interview phase.