Description:

Small insurance defense firm looking for an associate with at least two years experience in Worker's Compensation defense. Applicant must reside in Florida and be a member of good standing with the Florida Bar. This is a part-time remote position. Salary commensurate with experience.

Responsibilities-Experienced attorneys' responsibilities include handling a caseload involving substantial litigation defense and practice area in workers compensation. The following requirements are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability necessary to do this job successfully under the direction of a partner:

draft, prepare and handle pleadings, motions, orders and legal memoranda;
draft and respond to written discovery and dispositive motions;
conduct legal research competently and with proficiency;
prepare and take depositions of parties and experts;
review client documents, draft case evaluations and status report correspondence;
review, assess and handle matters from inception to trial;
assist with and participate in mediations and court appearances; and,
interact directly with clients, claim professionals, opposing counsel, colleagues and staff.