Job Description
Job Description
Thompson Staffing is looking for an Attorney with general liability / insurance defense experience experience to work for a law firm in Miami, FL. This is a direct hire position with full benefits. Candidate will be responsible for drafting pleadings; attending hearings / depositions / mediations; preparing for trial and handling other legal matters. Contact - sharon@thompsonstaffing.com or call 305.381.9111
Primary duties include:
- File review and legal analysis of claims and causes of action
- Extensive legal research and drafting of substantial briefs, memos, pleadings, and appellate briefs
- Annual billable amount of 1950 hours required
- Regularly representing clients in court, at arbitrations and in depositions
- Drafting and responding to discovery requests
- Expert witness retention and collaboration
- Trial preparation and attendance
- Some travel may be required
Requirements:
- Minimum of 2 years' of civil litigation experience with an emphasis in insurance defense
- Familiar with handling civil cases from beginning to end,
- Experience taking and defending depositions to include 30(b)(6) and experts, drafting and arguing substantive motions, attending hearings and trials
- Experience participating in negotiations and mediations
- J.D. degree from an ABA-approved law school
- Admitted to practice in the state of FL, other states a plus but not required
- Superior analytical and problem-solving skills
- Solid research abilities and written and oral communication skills
Company DescriptionThompson Staffing has been serving the South Florida community as recruiters for over 20 years. They currently assist companies in South Florida to find excellent talent for various positions.
Company Description
Thompson Staffing has been serving the South Florida community as recruiters for over 20 years. They currently assist companies in South Florida to find excellent talent for various positions.