Managing Attorney

Managing Attorney

Location: Tampa Florida

About the Firm:

A leading property and casualty insurance organization is dedicated to creating exceptional value for its partners policyholders and employees. With a strong reputation for financial stability and service excellence the company delivers a comprehensive suite of insurance solutions tailored to mid-sized businesses across construction manufacturing and healthcare sectors.

Recognized among the top performers in the industry the organization combines innovation operational strength and a people-first culture to drive long-term success.

About the Role:

We are seeking an experienced Managing Attorney Staff Counsel General & Auto Liability to lead the launch and ongoing success of a new Florida-based office in Tampa.

This is a high-impact leadership role offering the opportunity to build and shape a legal function from the ground up. You will oversee litigation strategy team development and operational excellence while remaining hands-on with complex cases.

The position is ideal for a seasoned litigation professional who thrives in a leadership capacity enjoys building teams and wants to directly influence legal outcomes and business performance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead mentor and manage a team of trial attorneys paralegals and legal support staff to ensure high performance and productivity.
• Launch and manage the Florida Staff Counsel office including staffing workflow design and operational processes.
• Oversee all phases of litigation including intake strategy pleadings discovery depositions motion practice trial and post-trial activities.
• Maintain a reduced caseload of moderately complex matters and lead key depositions and settlement discussions as needed.
• Ensure optimal litigation outcomes through strategic oversight and early resolution where appropriate.
• Evaluate staffing needs and maintain appropriate service and litigation management standards.
• Drive attorney performance trial readiness and professional development.
• Develop and enhance litigation standards file management protocols and team workflows.
• Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) such as cycle time resolution rates trial outcomes and litigation costs.
• Ensure compliance with ethical regulatory and corporate governance requirements.
• Implement reporting systems quality control measures and performance feedback processes.
• Partner closely with Claims to align on litigation strategy escalation and settlement objectives.
• Provide guidance on settlement strategy and ensure adherence to internal litigation management standards.

Qualifications:

The ideal candidate will bring:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Active license and good standing with the Florida Bar.
• Minimum 10 years of civil litigation experience in auto and general liability defense including significant first-chair trial experience.
• At least 3 years of leadership experience.
• Proven experience establishing and leading a staff counsel office within an insurance environment in Florida.
• Strong expertise in Florida civil procedure insurance law and defense strategy.
• Experience handling bodily injury litigation.
• Demonstrated ability to manage litigation budgets and align legal strategies with business goals.
• Excellent written and oral advocacy skills with strong negotiation and courtroom presence.
• Strategic thinker with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Strong leadership and team-building capabilities.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills across all organizational levels.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office legal research platforms case management systems and workflow tools.
• High ethical standards and professional integrity.