Associate Attorney - Insurance Coverage / Bad Faith (Hybrid/Remote)

Segal McCambridge

Fort Lauderdale, FL

Vision , Medical , Dental , Life Insurance , Retirement
Full-Time

Job Description

Segal McCambridge, a national litigation firm, is seeking an associate attorney for its insurance coverage group in the Fort Lauderdale, FL office. The position will have a focus on third-party insurance coverage and bad faith matters on behalf of our Insurance clients. This position is an excellent opportunity for attorneys who are looking to join a thriving insurance coverage group in order to continue to hone their skills by handling case files with autonomy, but also having the benefit of working in a collaborative, collegial environment. The attorney in this position will also receive training and mentorship from partners with deep experience in this practice area.

We seek candidates with:

Current, active license to practice law in Florida;
Minimum of 2 years’ experience handling third-party coverage and bad faith matters, including drafting coverage opinions, reservation of rights letters, and representing insurers in coverage litigation, as well as all litigation functions related to bad faith matters;
Ability to analyze sophisticated and complex factual and legal issues;
Excellent legal-research, writing, and advocacy skills;
Ability to multitask and manage multiple deadlines;
Strong interpersonal and presentation skills;
Proven ability to produce top quality work;
A willingness to be proactive and take ownership of projects and assignments, but also be able to work within a team structure when needed;
Experience in federal court preferred.

This position will allow the attorney to immediately contribute and engage in meaningful work to further address our client’s legal needs. The position is for the Fort Lauderdale office, but can be based in our Tampa office, hybrid or completely remote. Compensation is competitive with opportunity for bonus and credit for business origination.

If you are looking for an opportunity with a growing, collaborative firm, please apply and include your cover letter and resume.

Benefits:

401(k) with match
Dental insurance
Short and Long term disability insurance
Employee assistance program
Employee discount
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
Professional development assistance
Referral program
Vision insurance

About the firm:

Segal McCambridge has built a reputation as a national law firm of accomplished trial attorneys for almost four decades. Founded in 1986, the firm has grown from a four-lawyer shop in Chicago to a national firm with additional offices in Austin, Boston, Detroit, Ft. Lauderdale, Houston, Indianapolis, Jersey City, Los Angeles, New York City, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, San Francisco, St. Louis, and Tampa. The firm routinely counsels and defends clients, including Fortune 500 companies, corporations, and individuals in complex litigation matters including, but not limited to: asbestos, class action, construction, employment, environmental, food and beverage, insurance coverage and bad faith, life sciences, product liability, professional liability, technology and cyber risk, transportation, and warranty. For more information, visit: www.segalmccambridge.com.

Company Description

In the past 35 years, Segal McCambridge has developed a tight-knit community of focused, innovative and collaborative attorneys. Our culture values teamwork, leadership, continuing education and professional development – we strive to provide optimal representation.

Segal McCambridge fosters a culture of diversity and inclusion in our workplace and in the communities where we live and work. We continuously search for new opportunities and approaches to grow our D&I profile for the good of our firm, our clients and our communities.

A cornerstone of Segal McCambridge is our commitment to pro bono and public service work. Our attorneys give their time, skills and resources to those who lack legal representation or are otherwise under-served as well as to a host of charitable and public service organizations. We encourage all employees to participate in their communities as concerned citizens, volunteers and leaders.

Our history, experience, values and skill allow us to provide thoughtful and effective representation to our clients and to play a vital role in our communities.

Why Work Here?

Exponential opportunities for career advancement within a well-established, but growing organization.

In the past 35 years, Segal McCambridge has developed a tight-knit community of focused, innovative and collaborative attorneys. Our culture values teamwork, leadership, continuing education and professional development – we strive to provide optimal representation. Segal McCambridge fosters a culture of diversity and inclusion in our workplace and in the communities where we live and work. We continuously search for new opportunities and approaches to grow our D&I profile for the good of our firm, our clients and our communities. A cornerstone of Segal McCambridge is our commitment to pro bono and public service work. Our attorneys give their time, skills and resources to those who lack legal representation or are otherwise under-served as well as to a host of charitable and public service organizations. We encourage all employees to participate in their communities as concerned citizens, volunteers and leaders. Our history, experience, values and skill allow us to provide thoughtful and effective representation to our clients and to play a vital role in our communities.