Insurance Defense Litigator — Fast-Track Growth & Mentorship

Distinct | North America; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 140,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Performance-based bonuses

Strong mentorship

Direct client interaction

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Distinct | North America is seeking an Insurance Defense Attorney for its Charleston office. This role involves managing complex litigation matters and offers opportunities for significant responsibility and mentorship.

The ideal candidate will have a JD, be admitted to the North Carolina Bar, and have at least 2 years of relevant litigation experience. Competitive compensation, bonus potential, and a collaborative work environment are offered.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of insurance defense, insurance coverage, medical malpractice, construction defect, or general liability litigation experience.
• Experience handling depositions, motion practice, and client communications is preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and a busy caseload.

Responsibilities

• Manage litigation matters from intake through resolution.
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery requests and responses.
• Conduct and defend depositions.
• Attend court appearances, mediations, arbitrations, and hearings.
• Advise clients on liability exposure and risk-management issues.

Skills

Legal research

Writing

Analytical skills

Case management

Education

JD from an accredited law school

Admission to the North Carolina Bar

Job description

Distinct | North America is seeking an Insurance Defense Attorney for its Charleston office. This role involves managing complex litigation matters and offers opportunities for significant responsibility and mentorship.

The ideal candidate will have a JD, be admitted to the North Carolina Bar, and have at least 2 years of relevant litigation experience. Competitive compensation, bonus potential, and a collaborative work environment are offered.