Civil Litigation Attorney – Insurance Defense

Bright Line Counsel, LLC; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

401(k)

Job summary

Bright Line Counsel, LLC in Jacksonville, FL seeks an Insurance Defense Associate Attorney to join a Florida litigation practice.

The ideal candidate will handle insurance defense matters and contribute to diverse civil litigation, gaining mentorship and hands-on experience across construction defect, general liability, automobile liability, premises liability, personal injury, and wrongful death.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Active membership in good standing with the Florida Bar.
• Strong legal research, writing, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple matters and meet deadlines.
• Experience with legal billing and timekeeping requirements.

Responsibilities

• Manage insurance defense and civil litigation matters through various stages of litigation.
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery requests, and other legal documents.
• Conduct legal research and prepare case analyses.
• Participate in depositions, hearings, mediations, and other litigation proceedings.
• Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, and colleagues.
• Maintain accurate and timely billable time records.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Communication skills

Time management

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.) and Florida Bar admission

Job description

Bright Line Counsel is seeking an Insurance Defense Associate Attorney for an established Florida litigation firm in Jacksonville.

The ideal candidate will have experience handling insurance defense litigation and an interest in working on a variety of civil litigation matters, including construction defect, general liability, automobile liability, premises liability, personal injury, and wrongful death. This is an excellent opportunity for a junior associate to gain hands-on experience and mentorship.

Responsibilities

• Manage insurance defense and civil litigation matters through various stages of litigation.
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery requests, and other legal documents.
• Conduct legal research and prepare case analyses.
• Participate in depositions, hearings, mediations, and other litigation proceedings.
• Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, and colleagues.
• Maintain accurate and timely billable time records.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
• Active membership in good standing with the Florida Bar.
• Strong legal research, writing, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple matters and meet deadlines.
• Experience with legal billing and timekeeping requirements.

Compensation and Benefits

The firm has historically offered competitive, experience-based compensation and a benefits package including health, dental, life insurance, and a 401(k). Current compensation and benefits will be discussed during the recruiting process.