Insurance Defense Attorney

Jobot; Saint Petersburg (FL); Hybrid; USD 135,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Partnership track

Health, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

CLE & professional development

Job summary

Jobot in St. Petersburg, FL is seeking an experienced attorney to join our civil defense team. You will lead civil defense litigation, manage complex cases, and work within a hybrid schedule with a clear track to partnership.

The firm emphasizes mentorship, collaboration, and advancement, offering comprehensive benefits and opportunities for professional growth within a respected regional practice.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school.
• Active Florida Bar in good standing.
• Extensive civil defense litigation experience.
• Strong leadership and independent case handling capabilities.
• Excellent communication and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead all aspects of civil defense litigation, including strategy, discovery, motions, depositions, and trial preparation.
• Oversee associates and provide mentorship on case management and litigation techniques.
• Serve as primary contact for clients, insurers, and co-counsel.
• Participate in business development and firm growth initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Trial preparation

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Job Details

Reputable Firm | Hybrid Schedule | Clear Track to Partner

Salary: $135,0a0 - $175,000 per year

We are seeking an experienced Attorney to join our St. Petersburg office. The ideal candidate will bring strong civil defense experience and a proven ability to manage complex cases independently.

A bit about us

We are a respected civil defense law firm with offices throughout Florida and the southeastern United States. Our attorneys handle high-exposure litigation for national insurers, healthcare providers, and corporations across a wide range of practice areas. We take pride in fostering a culture of mentorship, collaboration, and professional advancement, providing clear paths to partnership for high-performing attorneys.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation based on experience
• Expedited partnership track (approximately one year)
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with firm match
• Paid time off and firm holidays
• Continuing legal education and professional development support

Responsibilities

• Lead all aspects of civil defense litigation, including case strategy, discovery, motion practice, depositions, and trial preparation
• Oversee associates and provide mentorship and guidance on case management and litigation techniques
• Serve as primary point of contact for clients, insurers, and co-counsel
• Participate in business development and firm growth initiatives

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
• Active member of the Florida Bar in good standing
• Prior litigation experience, ideally in insurance defense, general liability, medical malpractice, construction defect
• Strong leadership skills with demonstrated success handling cases independently
• Excellent communication, analytical, and trial preparation skills

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