Insurance Defense Trial Attorney — Personal Injury (PI)

Hamilton,-Miller-&-Birthisel-LL; Milton (GA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus potential

Flexible work

Benefits & Wellness

Wellness screenings

Commuter reimbursement

401(k) match

Creative freedom

Job summary

Hamilton Miller & Birthisel LLP seeks an Attorney to independently manage defense litigated cases 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 handling a high volume of active matters, participating in in-person depositions and site inspections, and trial when matters proceed to litigation.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
• Active membership in good standing with the Georgia Bar.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in insurance defense matters.
• Demonstrated trial experience required.
• Significant experience taking and defending expert depositions required.

Responsibilities

• Independently manages defense litigated cases with trial readiness.
• Serves 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, and appears at related hearings.
• Performs site inspections and attends in-person depositions as required.
• Prepares litigation strategy, evaluates exposure, and advises clients on case direction with a trial-ready approach.
• Manages a high volume of files while ensuring compliance with court rules, deadlines, and procedural requirements.
• Maintains and grows client relationships, including managing an established and expanding book of business.
• Reviews premises liability issues, including notice requirements in slip-and-fall matters when applicable.
• Utilizes internal and external resources as needed to address complex legal and factual issues.

Skills

Clear communication

Professional writing

Client relationships

Deadline orientation

Team collaboration

Multitasking under pressure

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Georgia Bar admission

Job description

Hamilton Miller & Birthisel LLP seeks an Attorney to independently manage defense litigated cases 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 handling a high volume of active matters, participating in in-person depositions and site inspections, and trial when matters proceed to litigation.