Litigation Attorney Insurance Defense Apply
The West Palm Beach office of Kubicki Draper is seeking an Associate Attorney with 1+ years of civil litigation experience—prior insurance defense is required. Experience in personal injury, bad faith, and catastrophic injury claims is highly desired.
Your Day-to-Day:
- Draft, review, and respond to substantive pleadings, motions, and discovery in cases involving catastrophic injury and bad faith claims.
- Conduct complex legal research and analysis.
- Attend hearings, depositions, and mediations.
- Participate in meetings with clients and negotiate settlements.
- Prepare for and attend trials.
- Demonstrate proficiency in Word, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, and Excel.
- Communicate effectively with team members and clients.
- Adapt to and work efficiently in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
Requirements
- Previous experience in litigation, particularly in insurance defense, personal injury, bad faith, and catastrophic injury, is preferred but not required.
- Strong skills in legal research, writing, and persuasive oral advocacy
- Licensed member of the Florida Bar and in good standing, required
- Stellar academic credentials
- Drive for Success: Possess an unyielding drive to climb the hierarchical ladder, aspiring to leadership roles and leaving a mark.
- Client-Centric Approach: Our clients are our compass—your unwavering commitment to exceptional client service.
- Organizational Mastery: An organized mind paired with the ability to communicate succinctly and effectively is crucial
Benefits
Diversity in Leadership: We are proud to be 36% minority-owned, with over 70% of our attorneys from diverse backgrounds. Notably, over 60% of our firm's shareholders are also from minority groups.
Opportunity for Growth: We're on a growth sprint and want you to grow with us! Enjoy rapid career progression, hands-on experience, and ample learning opportunities.
Work-Life Balance: We value you - not just as an employee but as an individual. Enjoy proper work-life balance with us.
Perks of Being with Us:
- Inclusive Environment: Over 50% of our attorneys are female, with almost half our shareholders and leadership team also female
- Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy a flexible hybrid schedule, competitive compensation, generous PTO, top-tier medical insurance, and a robust 401k (with match)
- Long-Term Growth: Over 15% of our staff proudly hold ten years or more tenure with us
About Us
Established in 1963, Kubicki Draper is a beacon of legal expertise, offering trial, appellate, coverage, commercial, and real estate transaction services. With a remarkable team of 200+ attorneys across 12 vibrant offices, we've been the go-to firm in Florida and beyond - reaching the heart of Georgia, Alabama, and Mississippi.
Discover the KD difference: Grow, learn, and evolve with a firm that's championed legal brilliance for over five decades.
Kindly note: Direct applicants only. No phone calls or recruiters, please.
