Attorney, General Liability

Job Description

Job Description

Thompson Staffing is looking to hire an Associate Attorney with general liability / insurance defense experience to work for a law firm in Nashville , TN . Candidate MUST be a member of the Tennessee State bar in GOOD standing. Candidate will be responsible for :

• Defending and advocating for clients in matters involving General Liability, Commercial Litigation, Construction Defect, Transportation / Trucking, Labor / Employment Litigation, and Professional Liability
• Attorney with Workers' Compensation experience a plus
• File review and legal analysis of claims and causes of action
• Extensive legal research and drafting of substantial briefs, memos, pleadings, and appellate briefs
• Annual billable amount of 1950 hours required
• Regularly representing clients in court, at arbitrations and in depositions
• Drafting and responding to discovery requests
• Expert witness retention and collaboration
• Trial preparation and attendance
• Some travel may be required
• 3+ years’ experience in Civil Litigation experience with an emphasis in insurance defense.
• J.D. degree from an ABA-approved law school
• Admitted to practice in the state of TN, other states a plus, but not required
• Strong work ethic, ability to self-manage and work in a team environment
• Superior analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent client skills and telephone manner
• Experience participating in negotiations and mediations
• Solid research abilities and written and oral communication skills
• Strong work ethic, ability to self-manage and work in a team environment
• Courtroom experience and a desire to grow as a trial / litigation attorney

Company offers

Company Description

Thompson Staffing has been serving the South Florida community as recruiters for over 20 years. They currently assist companies in South Florida to find excellent talent for various positions.

Company Description

Thompson Staffing has been serving the South Florida community as recruiters for over 20 years. They currently assist companies in South Florida to find excellent talent for various positions.