Partner - Insurance Defense Litigation

BCG Attorney Search; Charleston (WV); On-site; USD 130,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance

Matching 401(k)

Paid time off

Mentorship opportunities

Collaborative and welcoming work environment

Work-life balance

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search is seeking a Partner to join their team in Charleston, WV. The successful candidate will manage individual and junior associate caseloads in insurance defense litigation. This role requires a strategic thinker with 8-12 years of experience in handling complex litigation and a strong understanding of West Virginia civil procedure.

Benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, a matching 401(k), paid time off, mentorship opportunities, and a collaborative work environment.

Qualifications

• J.D. degree from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Active license in good standing in West Virginia.
• 8 to 12 years of experience in insurance defense litigation.
• Proven track record in handling complex litigation.
• Strong knowledge of West Virginia civil procedure and court rules.
• Self-motivated with excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Outstanding writing and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage individual and junior associate caseloads.
• Draft and respond to pleadings and discovery.
• Take and defend depositions of party and non-party witnesses.
• Coordinate with liability and damages experts.
• Draft and argue discovery and dispositive motions.
• Analyze risk transfer opportunities and draft tender letters.
• Appear for court conferences and motion arguments.
• Prepare cases for mediation/arbitration.
• Assist in trial preparations and attend trials as needed.

Skills

Complex litigation management

Strong organizational and time management skills

Excellent writing and communication abilities

Proficiency in relevant software tools

Education

J.D. degree from an ABA-accredited law school

Tools

Microsoft Office 365

ProLaw

Excel

e-document management software

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Partner to join their team in Charleston, WV. The successful candidate will manage individual and junior associate caseloads, focusing on defense from inception through trial. This role requires a strategic thinker with a strong background in insurance defense litigation.

Duties

• Manage individual and junior associate caseloads
• Draft and respond to pleadings and discovery
• Take and defend depositions of party and non-party witnesses
• Coordinate with liability and damages experts
• Draft and argue discovery and dispositive motions
• Analyze risk transfer opportunities and draft tender letters
• Appear for court conferences and motion arguments
• Prepare cases for mediation/arbitration
• Assist in trial preparations and attend trials as needed

Requirements

• J.D. degree from an ABA-accredited law school
• Active license in good standing in West Virginia
• 8 to 12 years of experience in insurance defense litigation
• Proven track record in handling complex litigation
• Strong knowledge of West Virginia civil procedure and court rules
• Self-motivated with excellent time management and organizational skills
• Outstanding writing and communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365, ProLaw, Excel, and e-document management software preferred

Education

J.D. degree from an ABA-accredited law school

Certifications

Active license in good standing in West Virginia

Skills

• Complex litigation management
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Excellent writing and communication abilities
• Proficiency in relevant software tools

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Matching 401(k)
• Paid time off
• Mentorship opportunities
• Collaborative and welcoming work environment
• Work-life balance