Description:

Job Summary:
The insurance defense staff attorney will be responsible for first-party property and casualty litigation.

Essential Functions:

Manage and be responsible for a full caseload
Prepare assessments of cases, including factual summations and legal research
Conduct motion practice
Take and defend depositions
Propound and respond to discovery
Represent HCPCI at hearings and mediations

Required Skills & Experience:

Ability to aggressively pursue HCPCI's interests in and out of court.
Must be self-sufficient (able to work independent of a paralegal or secretary), self-motivated and able to multitask.
Must be able to use all relevant technology, including calendaring, e-filing, etc.
Experience utilizing online legal research systems such as Westlaw and LexisNexis is a plus
Detail orientated, committed to professionalism
Team oriented, proactive approach to all situations
Clear, concise oral and written communication skills

Education & Training:
Juris Doctor (JD) required

Experience:
2-5 years in first party insurance property defense claims

Licenses or Certifications
Member in good standing of the Florida Bar