Associate Attorney (Insurance Defense)
- $100,000 - $140,000
- New Orleans, LA
A bit about us:
Our Client is an established and growing law firm with 13 offices in 7 different states. They have been in operation for over three decades and specialize in Insurance Defense Litigation, Transportation Defense Litigation, Maritime Defense Litigation, Energy Defense Litigation, Employer's Liability, Professional Liability, General Casualty, Commercial Litigation, Commercial Transactions, and Construction Defense Litigation.
Why join us?
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Retirement plan
Vision insurance
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Retirement plan
Vision insurance
Job Details
Job Details:
Our prestigious law firm is seeking a seasoned Permanent Associate Attorney specializing in Insurance Defense. The successful candidate will be a part of our dynamic team, providing legal expertise and services to our vast clientele. This role is particularly suited for a professional with a solid background in insurance, construction, and liability, who thrives in a challenging, fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities:
As a Permanent Associate Attorney (Insurance Defense), you will be expected to:
1. Provide expert legal counsel to clients regarding insurance defense, with a focus on construction and liability issues.
2. Represent clients in court or before government agencies, presenting evidence to defend clients or argue for plaintiff's liability.
3. Prepare and draft legal documents, such as wills, deeds, patent applications, mortgages, leases, and contracts.
4. Conduct research and analysis of legal problems to interpret laws, rulings, and regulations for individuals and businesses.
5. Negotiate settlements on behalf of the client, aiming for the most beneficial outcome.
6. Develop strategies and arguments in preparation for presentation of cases.
7. Communicate with colleagues and clients to keep them informed about the progress of the cases.
8. Supervise legal assistants and junior attorneys, ensuring quality work and adherence to firm standards and legal regulations.
Qualifications:
To be considered for this role, you will need:
1. Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
2. A minimum of 3 years of experience as an attorney, with a focus on insurance defense, construction, and liability.
3. Admission to the state bar and in good standing.
4. Proven experience representing clients in court and before government agencies.
5. Demonstrated ability to draft and prepare legal documents.
6. Proficiency in managing multiple clients and cases.
7. Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
8. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make sound decisions and resolve issues efficiently.
9. Ability to work under pressure, meet tight deadlines, and maintain attention to detail.
10. Demonstrated leadership skills with experience supervising legal assistants and junior attorneys.
This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned attorney to join a dynamic team and work on challenging cases. If you are a dedicated, detail-oriented professional with a passion for law and a proven track record in insurance defense, we would love to hear from you.
Our prestigious law firm is seeking a seasoned Permanent Associate Attorney specializing in Insurance Defense. The successful candidate will be a part of our dynamic team, providing legal expertise and services to our vast clientele. This role is particularly suited for a professional with a solid background in insurance, construction, and liability, who thrives in a challenging, fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities:
As a Permanent Associate Attorney (Insurance Defense), you will be expected to:
1. Provide expert legal counsel to clients regarding insurance defense, with a focus on construction and liability issues.
2. Represent clients in court or before government agencies, presenting evidence to defend clients or argue for plaintiff's liability.
3. Prepare and draft legal documents, such as wills, deeds, patent applications, mortgages, leases, and contracts.
4. Conduct research and analysis of legal problems to interpret laws, rulings, and regulations for individuals and businesses.
5. Negotiate settlements on behalf of the client, aiming for the most beneficial outcome.
6. Develop strategies and arguments in preparation for presentation of cases.
7. Communicate with colleagues and clients to keep them informed about the progress of the cases.
8. Supervise legal assistants and junior attorneys, ensuring quality work and adherence to firm standards and legal regulations.
Qualifications:
To be considered for this role, you will need:
1. Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
2. A minimum of 3 years of experience as an attorney, with a focus on insurance defense, construction, and liability.
3. Admission to the state bar and in good standing.
4. Proven experience representing clients in court and before government agencies.
5. Demonstrated ability to draft and prepare legal documents.
6. Proficiency in managing multiple clients and cases.
7. Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
8. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make sound decisions and resolve issues efficiently.
9. Ability to work under pressure, meet tight deadlines, and maintain attention to detail.
10. Demonstrated leadership skills with experience supervising legal assistants and junior attorneys.
This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned attorney to join a dynamic team and work on challenging cases. If you are a dedicated, detail-oriented professional with a passion for law and a proven track record in insurance defense, we would love to hear from you.
Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.