Plaintiff Bad Faith Attorney

Job Description

Job Description

Founded in 2003, Kanner & Pintaluga is a NLJ500 and Mid-Market Pro 50 law firm that has recovered over $1 billion for property damage and personal injury clients nationwide. With nearly 100 lawyers and more than 30 offices throughout the Central and Southeastern United States, our primary goal is to achieve the most favorable outcome for our clients, who have the absolute right to receive the maximum compensation for their damages.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Kanner & Pintaluga, a dynamic and rapidly growing law firm, handles auto accidents, premise liability, medical malpractice, wrongful death cases, nursing home abuse and first-party home and business property damage throughout the State of Florida.

We are seeking an experienced Plaintiff Bad Faith Attorney to join our Litigation team in Boca Raton, Florida. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in first-party property insurance and/or personal injury bad faith litigation, with the ability to identify, develop, and preserve bad faith and coverage issues from the trial court record through appeal. This role involves collaborating closely with trial teams, handling complex motion practice and post-trial matters, and supporting appellate work as needed—through drafting briefs and memoranda, presenting oral argument when appropriate, and providing strategic guidance on legal and appellate issues.

KEY RESPONSABILITIES:

• Handle all aspects of bad faith and coverage disputes, including strategic planning, motions practice, and litigation support from pre-suit through trial and post-trial.
• Provide on-site legal trial support to attorneys while they are in the process of trying cases in court.
• Meet with attorneys and review drafts of substantive filings and responses (including summary judgment, post-judgment matters, and related motions).
• Conduct thorough legal research and analyze complex legal issues involving claim-handling practices, insurer conduct, and damages theories unique to bad faith litigation.
• Collaborate with trial attorneys to develop and execute litigation and appellate strategies.
• Collaborate with trial teams on bad faith and coverage issues, including drafting dispositive and post-trial motions, jury instructions, and appellate briefs arising out of bad faith and coverage disputes.
• Develop and execute strategies involving claim-handling practice, insurer conduct, and damages theories unique to bad faith litigation.
• Draft clear, persuasive, and well-reasoned legal briefs, memoranda, and other written advocacy.
• Present oral arguments before state and federal courts, including appellate courts when assigned.
• Stay current on legal developments and changes in Florida appellate and insurance law.
• Mentor and provide guidance to junior attorneys and legal staff.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS & SKILLS:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Active membership in good standing with the Florida Bar.
• Preferred: 5+ years of experience in plaintiff appellate litigation or significant experience with bad faith insurance litigation, especially involving homeowners’ and commercial property policies.
• Familiarity with Florida’s bad faith statutes and related regulatory framework, and the ability to spot and preserve bad faith issues in the trial and appellate record.
• Strong research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Demonstrated ability to handle multiple cases and deadlines effectively.
• Excellent oral advocacy skills with experience arguing cases before appellate courts.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Commitment to ethical practice and client advocacy.

FIRM BENEFITS

The Firm offers a competitive benefits package for our full-time employees and their families. Here is a summary of our benefits (the list is not all-inclusive):

• Competitive Wage
• Paid Time Off, Holiday, Bereavement, and Sick Time
• 401K Retirement Savings Plan with Firm match
• Group Medical/Dental/Vision Plans
• Employer-Covered Supplemental Benefits
• Voluntary Supplemental Benefits
• Annual Performance Reviews

Equal Opportunity Statement

Kanner & Pintaluga is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Kanner & Pintaluga retains the right to change, assign, or reassign duties and responsibilities to this position at any time — in its sole discretion. Employment is at will.

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