Insurance Defense Attorney

Job Overview: A law firm is seeking an experienced Insurance Defense Attorney to join its San Antonio, TX team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in bodily injury defense, construction, and other insurance defense matters, with a minimum of 7+ years of experience. They must be highly motivated, capable of working independently and collaboratively within a legal team, and dedicated to meeting clients' unique needs.

Duties:

• Handle insurance defense matters, focusing on bodily injury defense, construction, and related areas.
• Manage civil cases through trial, including conducting depositions, attending oral arguments and hearings, negotiating settlements, and providing regular updates to clients.
• Conduct legal research and draft legal documents, including pleadings, motions, briefs, and other filings.
• Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, and other stakeholders to advocate for the firm's clients and achieve successful outcomes.
• Stay abreast of developments in insurance law and relevant practice areas to inform case strategy and decision-making.
• Collaborate with colleagues and support staff to efficiently and effectively manage caseloads and meet deadlines.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• An active license to practice law in Texas and additional licensure in other states is a plus.
• Minimum of 7+ years of experience practicing law, focusing on insurance defense.
• Strong litigation skills, including experience taking depositions, conducting oral arguments, and trying cases in court.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work well under pressure and manage competing priorities effectively.
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Demonstrated commitment to professionalism, ethics, and client service.
• Prior experience in insurance defense is preferred.

Education and Certifications:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• An active license to practice law in Texas and additional licensure in other states is a plus.

Skills:

• Litigation: Demonstrated proficiency in handling civil cases through trial, including depositions, oral arguments, and hearings.
• Legal Research: Strong research skills and the ability to analyze and apply legal principles to complex issues.
• Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to advocate effectively on behalf of clients.
• Collaboration: Ability to work well independently and as part of a legal team, with a willingness to collaborate with colleagues and support staff.
• Time Management: Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage caseloads efficiently while meeting deadlines.
• Negotiation: Experience negotiating settlements and resolving disputes in insurance defense matters.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental Insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance