Associate Attorney - Coverage and Bad Faith

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an Associate Attorney with a minimum of three years of experience in third-party insurance coverage and bad faith for its Orlando, FL office. The ideal candidate will have a strong interest in analytical writing, trial advocacy, and client interaction.

Duties

• Draft coverage opinions on third-party liability claims.
• Litigate declaratory judgment actions.
• Advise clients on potential extra-contractual exposure.
• Respond to tender demands and conduct examinations under oath.
• Defend coverage and bad faith suits across all insurance lines.

Requirements

• Minimum of three years of relevant legal experience.
• Strong analytical and writing skills.
• Interest in trial advocacy and client interaction.
• Steady and consistent work history preferred.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Admission to the Florida Bar.

Skills

• Excellent research and writing abilities.
• Strong litigation and advocacy skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.

Benefits

• Comprehensive employee benefits package.
• Multiple financial bonus opportunities throughout the year.
• Firm-funded Lifestyle Account for associates.

The Orlando office, while small, is still an integral part of this 300+ attorneys respected litigation defense practice. The firm has a well-deserved reputation for promoting innovation and diversity within its ranks. The firm is consistently rated in the top 25% of all 250+ attorney national firms in regards to it's minority hiring practices and it's utilization of cutting edge technology and reputation for personal service earn the firm kudos from clients. Its attorneys seem to be content as well based upon the firm's amazingly low turnover rate. Practice areas include: appellate advocacy, construction defects, employment, environmental and toxic torts, IP, insurance coverage, medical devices and pharmaceutical, securities and investment, sports and entertaiment, workers compensation, transportation, technology and automobile, general, healthcare, liquor, products, professional, railroad and retail liability.