General Liability Associate Attorney

A law firm in Fort Lauderdale is seeking a General Liability Associate Attorney to manage a high-volume caseload of complex litigation cases and provide legal representation to insurance carrier clients. The ideal candidate will work closely with an experienced Partner, discussing litigation strategy and delivering excellent client service. The candidate will have a strong foundation in defending clients in various litigation matters, including personal injury, medical malpractice, and insurance defense.

Duties:

• Manage a high-volume caseload of complex litigation cases.
• Provide legal representation to insurance carrier clients.
• Handle all phases of litigation, including discovery, motion practice, depositions, court appearances, and trial preparation.
• Develop and implement litigation strategies in collaboration with an experienced Partner.
• Draft and review legal documents, including pleadings, motions, discovery requests, and settlement agreements.
• Conduct legal research and provide analysis on various legal issues.
• Negotiate settlements and participate in mediations and arbitrations.
• Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, and courts.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant laws and regulations.
• Ensure timely and accurate reporting to clients and insurance carriers.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Licensed to practice law and in good standing with the State Bar of Florida.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in general liability, personal injury, medical malpractice, or insurance defense litigation.
• Strong legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills.
• Experience managing a high-volume caseload.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Strong client service and relationship-building skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and legal research software.

Education:

Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

Licensed to practice law and in good standing with the State Bar of Florida.

Skills:

• Proficiency in general liability, personal injury, medical malpractice, and insurance defense litigation.
• Strong legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to manage a high-volume caseload efficiently.
• Strong client service and relationship-building skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and legal research software.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary with yearly bonus.
• Company-paid PPO health insurance with dental and vision options.
• Generous paid time off, including a floating holiday and a mental health day.
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match.
• Diverse, equal, and inclusive work environment.
• Ongoing support and professional career development.

For over thirty-five years, this firm has prided itself on its hard work, passion, and focus on client service. With over 100 attorneys working in over 10 offices across the country from Chicago, Florida, Tennessee and more. These attorneys practice in over 25 areas including Medicare Set Aside, Property Litigation, Criminal Defense, Family Law, Rapid Response Team and many, many more.