Staff Attorney

Larson Maddox; Ormond Beach (FL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Larson Maddox is seeking a Senior In-House Attorney focused on property insurance to provide strategic legal guidance and risk assessment within a Florida-based insurer. The role collaborates with claims leadership to shape resolution strategies while navigating complex coverage and litigation matters.

You will influence claims strategy, support business objectives, and help drive favorable outcomes across a diverse portfolio of first-party property matters in a fast-paced in-house environment.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Experience in first-party property insurance, insurance coverage, claims, or related litigation.
• Strong analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal guidance and strategic counsel on first-party property insurance matters.
• Partner with claims professionals to evaluate exposure, develop case strategies, and identify opportunities for resolution.
• Handle mediation, arbitration, litigation, and settlement negotiations.
• Conduct legal research and analyze complex coverage and claims-related issues.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support business objectives and operational initiatives.
• Monitor industry developments, regulatory considerations impacting claims and litigation.
• Identify efficiencies and best practices to enhance claims and legal operations.

Skills

Analytical skills

Negotiation

Communication

Collaboration

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Job description

Senior In-House Attorney | Property Insurance

Join a growing property insurance organization where you'll have the opportunity to work closely with claims leadership, influence strategy, and provide practical legal guidance on complex insurance matters. This role offers a unique blend of legal analysis, claims collaboration, dispute resolution, and business partnership in a fast-paced in-house environment.

As a Staff Attorney, you'll be a key resource for evaluating risk, navigating challenging claims issues, developing resolution strategies, and helping drive favorable outcomes across a diverse portfolio of first-party property matters.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Provide legal guidance and strategic counsel on first-party property insurance matters
• Partner with claims professionals to evaluate exposure, develop case strategies, and identify opportunities for resolution
• Handle matters through mediation, arbitration, litigation, and settlement negotiations
• Conduct legal research and analyze complex coverage and claims-related issues
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support business objectives and operational initiatives
• Monitor industry developments, emerging trends, and regulatory considerations impacting claims and litigation
• Help identify efficiencies and best practices that enhance claims and legal operations

What We're Looking For:

• J.D. from an accredited law school
• Experience in first-party property insurance, insurance coverage, claims, or related litigation
• Strong analytical, negotiation, and communication skills
• Ability to balance legal risk with practical business solutions
• A collaborative approach and desire to work closely with internal stakeholders

This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney seeking greater involvement in strategy and decision-making while remaining connected to sophisticated insurance-related legal work. You'll gain exposure to a wide range of issues, work alongside experienced professionals, and play an important role in supporting a growing Florida-based insurer