Staff Counsel-Workers Compensation

AmTrust Financial Services, Inc.; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

AmTrust Financial Services, Inc. is seeking an experienced Florida-licensed attorney to manage a Workers' Compensation caseload from inception to resolution in Florida.

The role includes pre-trial discovery, drafting pleadings, communicating with involved parties, and presenting defense strategies in court. You will independently represent insureds, perform legal research, prepare pleadings and discovery, and coordinate with the Claim and Litigation Departments on projects.

Qualifications

• Florida State licensed attorney required.
• Knowledge of Workers' Compensation State laws and circuit court rules.
• 3+ years' relevant practice group litigation experience.

Responsibilities

• Independently represents the Insured before the assigned Court and presents witnesses and evidence on litigated claims.
• Analyzes complex legal and factual issues, conducts extensive legal research, develops and presents defense strategies.
• Prepares pleadings, written discovery, motions and briefs in support of defense strategies.
• Prepares for, attends and handles all case-related activities including trial and second seating as assigned.
• Communicates with Court, witnesses, opposing counsel and clients per office procedures and Code of Conduct.
• May supervise junior attorneys and support their professional development.

Skills

Legal Research

Legal Writing

Litigation

Education

Florida Bar Admission

Job description

Responsible for managing a Workers Compensation case load from inception to resolution in the state of Florida. Responsibilities include pre-trial discovery, drafting pleadings, communicating with involved parties, and presenting defense strategies in court. Maintains a solid understanding of AmTrust’s mission, vision, and values. Upholds the standards of the AmTrust organization.

Responsibilities

• Independently represents the Insured before the assigned Court and presents witnesses and evidence on litigated claims.
• Analyzes complex legal and factual issues, conducts extensive, well-reasoned legal research, independently develop and present defense strategies on behalf of the Employer/Carrier.
• Prepares pleadings, written discovery, motions and briefs in support of defense strategies.
• Prepares for, attends and handles all case-related activities including full trial and/or second seating, as assigned.
• Provides effective and timely communications, information, legal advice and other services to clients and claims professionals on legal and factual issues.
• Position requires the use of independent judgment, research, litigation and analytical skills.
• Assists in developing training materials and presenting seminars for the Claim Department.
• Works with the Claim Department and Litigation Department on special projects related to the practice or line of business as needed.
• Communicates with the Court, witnesses, opposing counsel and clients in a manner consistent with established office procedures and the Code of Professional Conduct.
• Responsible for the prompt, efficient and effective disposition of assigned cases.
• Potential supervision of and responsibility for the work of junior attorneys as well as support of their professional development in the practice of law.
• Keeps current with market trends and demands. Attends continuing legal education seminars in order to maintain high level of professional expertise.
• Keeps current with market trends and demands.
• Performs other functionally related duties as assigned

Qualifications

Required:

• Florida State licensed attorney
• Knowledge of Workers Compensation State laws and circuit court rules and procedures
• Strong legal research and writing skills
• 3+ years' relevant practice group litigation experience

Preferred:

• Experience developing relationships with claims professionals and employers
• Experience mentoring and developing junior attorneys is a plus

This job description is designed to provide a general overview of the job and does not entail a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties, or responsibilities that will be required in this position. AmTrust has the right to revise this job description at any time.