What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate Attorney (Senior)- General Liability - Insurance Defense (Memphis, TN) position at Chartwell Law?
Chartwell Law is seeking an experienced attorney to join our growing team. We’re a national civil litigation firm with 300 attorneys in 30 offices, offering the resources of a large firm and the support of a close-knit community.
What You’ll Do
Department: General Liability
This is a full time position
What You’ll Do
- 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
- Comprehensive benefits: health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
- 401(k) with employer match
- Hybrid/remote work options
- Wellness, mental health, and family-friendly benefits
- Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion
- Growth, mentorship, and community involvement
Department: General Liability
This is a full time position
