Insurance Defense Attorney — Growth & Mentorship

Fields Howell LLP; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 155,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Parental leave

Professional development assistance

Referral program

Job summary

Fields Howell LLP in Yardley, PA, seeks an attorney with 3–6 years of litigation experience to join its insurance coverage and defense practice. The ideal candidate will handle complex matters, interact with insurers and corporate clients, and grow in a collaborative, mentorship-driven environment.

A New Jersey or Pennsylvania bar is required; New York license is a strong plus. Responsibilities include representing carriers, analyzing policies, drafting opinions, managing discovery, and

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• 3–6 years of litigation experience, preferably in insurance defense or coverage.
• Active bar admission in PA, NY, NJ, DE or MD (PA preferred).
• Experience with depositions, motions, and discovery management.
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and cases.

Responsibilities

• Represent insurance carriers and their insureds in complex litigation matters
• Analyze insurance policies and prepare coverage opinions and legal memoranda
• Manage litigation from claim investigation through resolution, including strategy development
• Draft motions, pleadings, and discovery
• Take and defend depositions and participate in mediations and arbitrations
• Assist with trial preparation and case strategy
• Communicate directly with insurer clients regarding case developments and legal strategy

Skills

Litigation experience

Deposition experience

Legal writing

Case management

Client communication

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school

Job description

Fields Howell LLP in Yardley, PA, seeks an attorney with 3–6 years of litigation experience to join its insurance coverage and defense practice. The ideal candidate will handle complex matters, interact with insurers and corporate clients, and grow in a collaborative, mentorship-driven environment.

A New Jersey or Pennsylvania bar is required; New York license is a strong plus. Responsibilities include representing carriers, analyzing policies, drafting opinions, managing discovery, and