Coverage and Bad Faith Senior Associate Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a dedicated and driven Senior Associate Attorney to join their Coverage and Bad Faith practice area in Jacksonville, FL. This fully remote position offers an opportunity to thrive in a dynamic environment, contributing to the success of both the team and clients.

Duties

• Draft legal documents for negotiations and proceedings.
• Take depositions, attend hearings, and represent clients at trial.
• Conduct legal research and provide legal counsel to clients.
• Analyze legal matters and negotiate on behalf of clients.
• Collaborate with attorneys, paralegals, and clients for efficient case management.
• Maintain up-to-date client files for team access.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Florida Bar Admission.
• 5+ years of experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong time management and problem-solving abilities.
• Superior attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate with others.
• Must meet billing goal expectations.
• Coverage experience and/or judicial clerkship strongly preferred.
• Experience with legal research and complex legal analysis.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• Admission to the Florida Bar.

Skills

• Legal research and analysis.
• Document drafting and negotiation.
• Client representation and advocacy.
• Collaboration and case management.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, and ancillary options) with firm-paid life insurance and long-term disability.
• 401(k) with profit sharing.
• Unlimited PTO.
• Parental Leave.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Regular firm-sponsored social events.

This law firm was founded over six decades ago. Their areas of practice include appeals, business law, alternative dispute resolution, general litigation, insurance defense, immigration, premises liability, products liability, workers' compensation, and transportation. Their offices are located in Jacksonville, Orlando, and Coconut Creek, FL; and Savannah, GA.