Insurance Defense Attorney

A law firm is seeking an experienced Insurance Defense Attorney to join their team in Dallas, TX. The ideal candidate will focus on bodily injury defense, construction, and other insurance defense matters. Here's a breakdown of the job description:

Job Overview:

The Insurance Defense Attorney will be responsible for representing clients in insurance defense matters, handling civil cases through trial, negotiating settlements, and providing legal counsel to clients. They must be able to work effectively both independently and as part of a legal team, demonstrating a commitment to meeting the unique needs of clients.

Duties:

• Represent clients in insurance defense matters, with a focus on bodily injury defense, construction, and related areas.
• Handle civil cases through trial, including taking depositions, attending oral arguments and hearings, and providing courtroom representation.
• Negotiate settlements on behalf of clients, striving to achieve favorable outcomes.
• Provide timely and thorough legal advice and counsel to clients.
• Prepared and presented reports to clients on case status and developments.
• Conduct legal research and analysis as needed.

Requirements:

• 7+ years of experience practicing law, with a focus on insurance defense preferred.
• Must be currently licensed to practice law in Texas; additional licensure in other States is a plus.
• Demonstrated ability to handle civil cases through trial, including strong courtroom advocacy skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a legal team.
• Willingness to go above and beyond to meet the needs of clients.

Education & Certifications:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Licensed to practice law in Texas; additional licensure in other States is a plus.

Skills:

• Proficiency in insurance defense matters, particularly bodily injury defense and construction.
• Strong trial advocacy skills, including experience with depositions, oral arguments, and hearings.
• Negotiation skills to effectively reach settlements on behalf of clients.
• Legal research and analytical skills.
• Ability to communicate complex legal concepts clearly and effectively.
• Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple cases simultaneously.

Benefits Offered:

The firm offers benefits including:

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

With offices and a network of experts across the country in various major metropolitan areas allow this mid-sized defense law firm to provide the highest level of legal services. This firm specializes in a wide range of business and insurance law. Using innovative technology and a client-centric approach has allowed the firm to become an industry leader. The firm consists of diverse and highly experienced attorneys who pride themselves on achieving the best possible outcomes for each and every client. Focusing on hiring and developing highly-talented people from a wide range of backgrounds, cultures, genders, and viewpoints helps the firm have better perspectives, better ideas, and more creative solutions. The firm fosters a supportive and collegiate working environment where everyone feels included, respected, and able to contribute fully. Besides the full benefits package, the firm offers a mentorship program, team building events, community service opportunities, and on-site training classes.