Trial Attorney - Civil Litigation Defense

BCG Attorney Search; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Parental & Maternal Leave

Voluntary Vision & Dental Insurance

Voluntary Life Insurance

Short and Long Term Disability

Match 401(k)

Holidays and PTO

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search in Miami, Florida seeks an experienced Trial Attorney to lead complex defense litigation from intake through verdict, with a strong background in insurance defense and first-chair trial experience across auto, truck, construction, and general liability matters.

The candidate will manage all litigation phases, coordinate with claims adjusters, mentor junior staff, and cultivate lasting client relationships while maintaining meticulous case files and billing records.

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school and Florida bar admission in good standing.
• 5+ years of litigation experience with significant first-chair trial exposure.
• Proven track record in auto, truck, construction, and general liability matters to verdict or favorable resolution.
• Extensive trial skills including jury selection, openings, closings, witness examination, and evidentiary rulings.
• Strong deposition experience and ability to prepare, take, and defend complex depositions.

Responsibilities

• Lead as first chair in jury and bench trials and develop case strategy.
• Manage all phases of litigation for insurance defense matters.
• Conduct and defend depositions and prepare witnesses.
• Draft and argue dispositive and evidentiary motions and trial briefs.
• Develop case budgets, evaluate exposure, and advise on settlements.
• Oversee discovery including written discovery, document production, and e-discovery protocols.
• Collaborate with claims adjusters, vendors, and experts to control costs.
• Maintain accurate case files, deadlines, and billing records; mentor junior attorneys.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships and communicate case status, risks, and strategies.

Skills

Courtroom presence

Deposition skills

Motion practice

Caseload management

Client communication

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an experienced Trial Attorney in Miami, Florida, to lead complex defense litigation matters from case intake through verdict. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in insurance defense with first-chair trial experience handling auto, truck, construction, and general liability cases.

Duties

• Serve as first chair in jury and bench trials, developing case strategy and leading courtroom advocacy.
• Manage all phases of litigation for insurance defense matters, including auto, truck, construction, and general liability claims.
• Conduct and defend depositions, prepare witnesses, and coordinate expert testimony.
• Draft and argue dispositive and evidentiary motions, pretrial briefs, and other court filings.
• Develop case budgets, evaluate exposure, and provide strategic guidance and settlement recommendations.
• Oversee discovery, including written discovery, document production, and e-discovery protocols.
• Collaborate with claims adjusters, outside vendors, and experts to control litigation costs.
• Maintain accurate case files, deadlines, and billing records; mentor junior attorneys and supervise support staff.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, communicating case status, risks, and strategies.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school and admission to the state bar in good standing.
• 5+ years of litigation experience with significant time spent in insurance defense; substantial first-chair trial experience preferred.
• Proven track record of handling auto, truck, construction, and general liability cases to verdict and/or favorable resolutions.
• Extensive trial skills including jury selection, opening/closing statements, witness examination, and evidentiary rulings.
• Strong deposition experience, including preparing, taking, and defending complex depositions.
• Excellent legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills; experience drafting pleadings, motions, and trial briefs.
• Ability to manage heavy caseloads, prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and work independently or collaboratively.
• Experience working with insurance carriers, understanding coverage issues, reserving, and claims handling practices.
• Professionalism, integrity, and strong client-facing skills; willingness to mentor junior staff and contribute to business development.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Admission to the state bar in good standing.

Skills

• Strong courtroom presence and advocacy skills.
• Excellent deposition and motion practice skills.
• Ability to manage caseloads effectively.
• Strong client communication and relationship-building skills.

Benefits

• Contribute to health insurance premiums.
• Parental & Maternal Leave.
• Voluntary Vision & Dental Insurance.
• Voluntary Life Insurance.
• Short and Long Term Disability.
• Match 401(k).
• 10 holidays firmwide a year plus additional 10 PTO days first year.
• Additional 15 PTO days for 2nd year, further increases at 5 and 15 year marks.