Insurance Defense Litigation Associate Attorney

Summary

A well-established insurance defense law firm is seeking an experienced Litigation Insurance Defense Litigation Associate Attorney with 5 years of experience to join its growing practice. The role focuses on insurance defense, first-party coverage matters, general liability defense, subrogation, and special investigations (SIU)-related work. The firm represents insurance carriers and provides strategic, results-driven legal solutions in high-exposure and complex litigation matters.

Responsibilities

• Handle insurance defense litigation matters from intake through resolution
• Manage first-party coverage disputes and general liability cases
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery responses, and coverage-related correspondence
• Conduct depositions, hearings, mediations, and court appearances
• Analyze complex insurance claims and develop case strategy and evaluations
• Communicate with insurance carriers, clients, experts, and opposing counsel
• Collaborate with partners and firm leadership on litigation strategy and case handling
• Support SIU/fraud-related investigations and risk mitigation efforts as needed
  
  

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
• Active license to practice law in Mississippi (required)
• 5 years of litigation experience (insurance defense strongly preferred)
• Experience in insurance coverage, general liability, or subrogation matters
• Alabama bar admission is a plus
• Exposure to SIU (Special Investigations Unit) or fraud-related claims is a plus
• Strong legal writing, research, and analytical skills
• Ability to independently manage litigation files and deadlines
• Strong communication and client management skills