Insurance Defense Trial Attorney

Hamilton Miller & Birthisel; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Flexible work environment

Comprehensive benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

Hamilton Miller & Birthisel LLP in Florida seeks an attorney to independently manage defense litigated cases focused on general liability, third-party insurance defense, and premises liability, with minimal oversight by the managing partner. The role requires full ownership of case strategy, trial preparation, client communications, and business development within Florida state courts.

The position involves managing a high volume of active matters, participating in in-person depositions and site

Qualifications

• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in general liability, third‑party insurance defense, and premises liability.
• Admitted to practice in Florida; demonstrated first-chair trial experience.

Responsibilities

• Independently manages cases involving general liability, third‑party insurance defense, and premises liability.
• Serves as first chair in jury trials and evidentiary hearings.
• Conducts and defends fact and expert depositions, including retained and opposing experts.
• Drafts and argues dispositive motions, including motions for summary judgment.
• Performs site inspections and attends in-person depositions as required.
• Manages a high volume of files with adherence to court rules and deadlines.
• Maintains and grows client relationships and an expanding book of business.

Skills

First-chair trial

Deposition experience

Client communications

Business development

Education

J.D. degree

Job description

Hamilton Miller & Birthisel LLP in Florida seeks an attorney to independently manage defense litigated cases focused on general liability, third-party insurance defense, and premises liability, with minimal oversight by the managing partner. The role requires full ownership of case strategy, trial preparation, client communications, and business development within Florida state courts.

The position involves managing a high volume of active matters, participating in in-person depositions and site