Attorney - Third Party Insurance Defense Litigation, Robert Half

Attorney - Third Party Insurance Defense Litigation

Robert Half

Location:

United States, Centennial, CO

Category:

Legal

Contract Type:

Employment contract

Salary:

Not provided

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Job Description:

Our client is seeking an attorney with 3+ years’ experience in insurance defense litigation for its thriving 3rd party defense practice. The firm has flexibility in tailoring the position to be appropriate for an experienced Jr. Associate, up to an accomplished Sr. Trial Attorney. At a minimum, the candidate should have relevant insurance defense experience, and the ability to immediately integrate as a second chair attorney on litigated matters. Added experience, including trial experience is desired but not required. This attorney will specialize in defending individuals and companies in tort claim lawsuits (usually negligence) filed by individuals where the insured party is alleged to be "at fault," handling all aspects of the legal process from initial investigation to trial.

Job Responsibility:

Manage a caseload of litigated matters in the area of third-party insurance defense litigation
Analyze accident reports, medical records, and other relevant documents to assess the merits of a third-party claim
Conduct thorough research on applicable state laws, insurance policy language, and legal precedents related to liability and coverage disputes
Draft and file necessary legal documents such as pleadings, complaints, answers, motions, and discovery requests
Conduct depositions of witnesses, prepare legal arguments, and develop trial strategy to effectively present the case in court
Negotiate settlements with opposing counsel to resolve claims within policy limits and minimize financial exposure for the insurance company
Represent clients in court hearings, motions arguments, and trials
Regularly update clients (insured clients and insurance companies) on case progress, legal developments, and potential risks
Mentor junior lawyers (depending upon experience) and contribute to the team's overall knowledge and strategy formulation
Collaborate with rest of the legal team, delegate tasks if necessary and monitor progress
Stay informed of updates in tort and insurance law by participating in professional development courses and maintaining active involvement in professional associations

Requirements:

3+ years’ experience in insurance defense litigation
relevant insurance defense experience
ability to immediately integrate as a second chair attorney on litigated matters
trial experience desired but not required

Nice to have:

trial experience
experience in mentoring junior lawyers

What we offer:

competitive compensation and benefits package
medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
eligibility to enroll in company 401(k) plan

Additional Information:

Job Posted:

March 26, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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