Insurance Defense Attorney

Australia-Employment; Mantua Township (NJ); Hybrid; USD 135,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Respected firm

Annual bonus

Hybrid/remote schedule

Collegial environment

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a skilled Insurance Defense Attorney to join our dynamic team in Sewell, NJ. This permanent role offers hybrid work options and an emphasis on defending clients in complex litigation within the commercial transportation and construction sectors.

At least 3 years of insurance defense experience is preferred, with a strong record of successful case results. The ideal candidate will hold a JD from an accredited school, be licensed in NJ (PA a plus), and possess excellent research,

Qualifications

• JD required from an accredited law school.
• Licensed to practice in NJ; PA is a plus.
• 2+ years of insurance defense experience.
• Excellent legal research, writing, and negotiation skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in all stages of litigation, including pre-trial, trial, and appeals.
• Manage a diverse caseload of commercial transportation and construction defense matters.
• Develop and implement litigation strategies to achieve favorable resolutions.
• Conduct thorough legal research and analysis to identify issues and provide sound advice.
• Draft, review, and negotiate pleadings, motions, discovery requests, and settlements.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Negotiation

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

Job description

Insurance Defense Attorney

$135000 - $175000 per year | Sewell, NJ | Hybrid | Permanent

A bit about us

We are a full-service litigation firm providing defense and legal counsel to individuals, businesses, and insurance companies.

Why join us?

• Competitive Salary
• Reputable and Respected Firm
• Annual Bonus Opportunity
• Hybrid/Remote Flexible Schedule
• Collegial Work Environment

Job Details

We are currently seeking a Litigation Defense Attorney to join our dynamic legal team.

This role offers a unique opportunity to represent clients in the commercial transportation industry. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of insurance defense experience.

Responsibilities:

• Representing clients in all stages of litigation, including pre-trial preparation, trial, and appeals.
• Managing a diverse caseload of commercial transportation and construction defense matters.
• Developing and implementing litigation strategies to achieve favorable resolutions for our clients.
• Conducting thorough legal research and analysis to identify potential legal issues and provide sound legal advice.
• Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a wide range of legal documents, including pleadings, motions, discovery requests, and settlement agreements.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients by providing exceptional client service.
• Collaborating with other attorneys and legal professionals to ensure a coordinated and efficient approach to case management.
• Staying updated on relevant laws, regulations, and industry trends to provide proactive legal guidance to clients.

Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Licensed to practice in NJ. PA is a plus.
• 2+ years of insurance defense experience.
• Proven track record of successfully defending clients in complex litigation cases.
• Excellent legal research, writing, and negotiation skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple cases and projects, with a keen attention to detail and deadlines.
• Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel.
• Commitment to maintaining the highest level of professional ethics and confidentiality.
• Proficiency in legal research tools and software.

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.

Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.