Description:
Job Summary:We are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Insurance Defense Attorney to join our legal team. In this role, you will represent insurance carriers and policyholders in defending against a wide range of claims, including personal injury, property damage, and complex litigation matters. Your expertise will help ensure effective legal strategies, thorough case management, and successful resolution of disputes. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work on diverse cases, develop your litigation skills, and contribute to a collaborative legal environment dedicated to excellence.
Responsibilities:
- Manage a caseload of insurance defense matters, including personal injury cases, property claims, and contractual disputes.
- Conduct comprehensive legal research using tools such as Westlaw and LexisNexis to support case strategies.
- Draft and review legal documents including pleadings, motions, settlement agreements, and discovery requests.
- Develop strong negotiation skills to achieve favorable settlements while representing clients' interests.
- Prepare for and participate in depositions, mediations, hearings, and trial proceedings with confidence and professionalism.
- Maintain meticulous case files and utilize legal case management systems to track case progress and deadlines.
- Stay current on relevant laws and regulations across areas such as general & commercial litigation, workers' compensation law, employment law, environmental law, tribal law & regulations, and statutory legal research.
Requirements:
- Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school with active bar admission in Georgia.
- Proven experience in insurance defense or related litigation fields with a strong understanding of procedural law. Salary dependent on experience.
- Proficiency with legal research platforms such as Westlaw and LexisNexis is essential.
- Excellent negotiation skills combined with the ability to analyze complex legal issues critically.
- Strong organizational skills with experience in legal administrative tasks and case management software.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a collaborative team environment.
