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Job Location drjobs

Tampa, FL - USA

Yearly Salary drjobs

$ 140000 - 190000

Vacancy

1 Vacancy

Job Description

Job Description

ABOUT US:

The Jonus Group is a specialized insurance staffing firm that connects top talent with industry-leading clients. We are seeking an experienced Managing Attorney to provide defense work for our clients Florida operations. This position is remote with primary coverage within Central and South Florida but may include coverage throughout Florida. Ideal candidate is from Tampa FL area. This is an opportunity to join a dynamic team in a company that is a leader in the minimum limits auto insurance will be part of a team responsible for providing top quality representation for litigated matters involving Personal Injury Protection (PIP) and disputed glass claims. As the Managing Attorney you will provide legal representation case management involves filing responsive pleadings through discovery and ultimately trial. Your responsibilities include managing the litigation process developing and implementing strategies for litigation defense and collaborating with the Claims teams and clients.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Handle legal work on assigned cases referred to Staff Counsel by the Claims Department.
Create and maintain a documented strategy for case handling in each assigned case to include a synopsis of the intangible factors i.e. the judge plaintiff attorney aggravating factors etc.
Develop organize and maintain file documents consisting of pleadings briefs and memorandums.
Prepare and submit timely status reports to adjusters on all significant activities as they occur
Ensure that all files are appropriately documented and organized.
Provide prompt and timely responses to all telephone calls and correspondence.
Utilize and/or ensure use of case management software for maintaining notes diary calendar billing etc. on cases assigned to Staff Counsel and in accordance with established standard operating procedures and legal and ethical requirements/guidelines.

REQUIREMENTS:

Required:

Juris Doctorate (J.D.) from an accredited law school
Active license to practice law in Florida
Must have 5 years of experience as an attorney including civil jury trial experience and be capable of handling cases of moderate exposure with minimum supervision.


Preferred:

3 years experience in defense of first-party litigation
Able to work independently or with a team with strong attention to detail along with the ability to organize and prioritize workload
Strong listening verbal and written communication skills
Ability to identify risk with strong understanding of all applicable ethical duties
Ability to work effectively with clients and customers and negotiate on their behalf


COMPENSATION:

$140000-$190000/year based on experience
Quarterly bonus
Comprehensive medical dental and vision insurance.
401(k) with 4% company match no vesting.
Paid time off and holidays.

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