Insurance Defense Associate Attorney

Jobot; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Health insurance

401k

STD/LTD

Paid parental leave

Mentorship program

Competitive bonus structure

Job summary

Jobot seeks an Insurance Defense Litigation Associate to join our growing team. The role offers exposure to a broad range of cases, from investigation through appeal, with a focus on insurance defense matters.

The ideal candidate has a J.D. from an ABA-accredited school, active Pennsylvania bar, and 2+ years of litigation experience, including depositions, arbitrations, and trials. Excellent communication and ethics are essential.

Qualifications

• J.D. degree from an accredited law school and active PA bar in good standing.
• Minimum 2+ years of litigation experience, preferably in insurance defense.
• Proven experience handling depositions, arbitrations, and trials.

Responsibilities

• Manage all litigation stages from investigation through appeal.
• Develop litigations strategies and draft legal documents.
• Represent clients in court, depositions, mediations, and arbitrations.
• Provide clients with legal advice and explain rights and obligations.
• Collaborate with attorneys to develop defense strategies and work independently as needed.
• Stay current on trends in insurance defense litigation.

Skills

Litigation experience

Legal research

Depositions

Arbitrations

Trial experience

Communication

Client advocacy

Education

J.D. degree (ABA-accredited)

Active Pennsylvania Bar

Tools

Legal research tools

Job description

Salary: $90,000 - $130,000 per year

Partner track available!

Our client is a growing, highly-respected regional insurance defense firm with 20 offices. They pride themselves on being the go-to shop for the insurance industry, their insureds and self-insureds. They are over 250 attorneys. They have big firm benefits and technology but also the local partners are empowered to make the best decisions for their specific offices. They are proud to mentor associates and partnership is a reality at this firm.

Why join us?

• PTO
• Health insurance
• 401k
• STD/LTD
• Paid parental leave
• Mentorship program
• Competitive bonus structure

Job Details

We are currently seeking a Insurance Defense Litigation Associate to join our dynamic team. This is an exhilarating opportunity for a motivated, detail-oriented individual to showcase their skills in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work on a diverse range of cases, providing them with broad exposure and experience in the legal industry. This role requires a strong commitment to our clients, a deep understanding of the legal process, and an unwavering dedication to achieving the best possible outcomes.

Responsibilities

1. Manage all aspects of the litigation process from investigation, pleadings, and discovery to pre-trial, trial, settlement, and appeal.
2. Develop and implement litigation strategies, conduct effective legal research, and draft compelling legal documents.
3. Represent clients in court and at depositions, mediations, and arbitration proceedings.
4. Provide legal advice to clients and advise them on their rights and obligations.
5. Collaborate with a team of attorneys to develop defense strategies, while also working independently on various cases.
6. Stay abreast of current legal trends and updates in insurance defense litigation.
7. Maintain strict confidentiality and professionalism at all times.

Qualifications

1. A J.D. degree from an accredited law school and an active member in good standing of the Pennsylvania bar.
2. A minimum of 2+ years of litigation experience, preferably in insurance defense.
3. Proven experience in handling depositions, arbitrations, and trials.
4. Excellent communication, negotiation, and advocacy skills.
5. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a keen eye for detail.
6. Proficiency in legal research tools and software.
7. Ability to manage a high volume of cases and work under pressure to meet deadlines.
8. Demonstrated commitment to professional ethics and client confidentiality.

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.