Staff Counsel II - Florida

AmTrust Financial Services, Inc.•Boca Raton, FL

18d

About The Position

Responsible for managing a general liability case load from inception to resolution in the stat of Florida. Responsibilities include pre-trial discovery, drafting pleadings, communicating with involved parties, and presenting defense strategies in court. Maintains a solid understanding of AmTrust’s mission, vision, and values. Upholds the standards of the AmTrust organization.

Requirements

Florida State licensed attorney
Knowledge of State laws and circuit court rules and procedures
Strong legal research and writing skills
3+ years' relevant practice group litigation experience

Nice To Haves

Multi-state Bar admittance
Experience developing relationships with claims professionals and employers
Experience mentoring and developing junior attorneys is a plus

Responsibilities

Independently represents the Insured before the assigned Court and presents witnesses and evidence on litigated claims.
Analyzes complex legal and factual issues, conducts extensive, well-reasoned legal research, independently develop and present defense strategies on behalf of the Employer/Carrier.
Prepares pleadings, written discovery, motions and briefs in support of defense strategies.
Prepares for, attends and handles all case-related activities including full trial and/or second seating, as assigned.
Provides effective and timely communications, information, legal advice and other services to clients and claims professionals on legal and factual issues.
Position requires the use of independent judgment, research, litigation and analytical skills.
Assists in developing training materials and presenting seminars for the Claim Department.
Works with the Claim Department and Litigation Department on special projects related to the practice or line of business as needed.
Communicates with the Court, witnesses, opposing counsel and clients in a manner consistent with established office procedures and the Code of Professional Conduct.
Responsible for the prompt, efficient and effective disposition of assigned cases.
Potential supervision of and responsibility for the work of junior attorneys as well as support of their professional development in the practice of law.
Keeps current with market trends and demands. Attends continuing legal education seminars in order to maintain high level of professional expertise.
Keeps current with market trends and demands.
Performs other functionally related duties as assigned