Trial Attorney - Civil Litigation Defense

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Job Overview

A law firm seeks an experienced Trial Attorney in Miami, Florida, to lead complex defense litigation matters from case intake through verdict. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in insurance defense with first-chair trial experience handling auto, truck, construction, and general liability cases.

Duties

• Serve as first chair in jury and bench trials, developing case strategy and leading courtroom advocacy.
• Manage all phases of litigation for insurance defense matters, including auto, truck, construction, and general liability claims.
• Conduct and defend depositions, prepare witnesses, and coordinate expert testimony.
• Draft and argue dispositive and evidentiary motions, pretrial briefs, and other court filings.
• Develop case budgets, evaluate exposure, and provide strategic guidance and settlement recommendations.
• Oversee discovery, including written discovery, document production, and e-discovery protocols.
• Collaborate with claims adjusters, outside vendors, and experts to control litigation costs.
• Maintain accurate case files, deadlines, and billing records; mentor junior attorneys and supervise support staff.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, communicating case status, risks, and strategies.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school and admission to the state bar in good standing.
• 5+ years of litigation experience with significant time spent in insurance defense; substantial first-chair trial experience preferred.
• Proven track record of handling auto, truck, construction, and general liability cases to verdict and/or favorable resolutions.
• Extensive trial skills including jury selection, opening/closing statements, witness examination, and evidentiary rulings.
• Strong deposition experience, including preparing, taking, and defending complex depositions.
• Excellent legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills; experience drafting pleadings, motions, and trial briefs.
• Ability to manage heavy caseloads, prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and work independently or collaboratively.
• Experience working with insurance carriers, understanding coverage issues, reserving, and claims handling practices.
• Professionalism, integrity, and strong client-facing skills; willingness to mentor junior staff and contribute to business development.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Admission to the state bar in good standing.

Skills

• Strong courtroom presence and advocacy skills.
• Excellent deposition and motion practice skills.
• Ability to manage caseloads effectively.
• Strong client communication and relationship-building skills.

Benefits

• Contribute to health insurance premiums.
• Parental & Maternal Leave.
• Voluntary Vision & Dental Insurance.
• Voluntary Life Insurance.
• Short and Long Term Disability.
• Match 401(k).
• 10 holidays firmwide a year plus additional 10 PTO days first year.
• Additional 15 PTO days for 2nd year, further increases at 5 and 15 year marks.

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
801 Brickell Avenue, Suite 900
Miami
Florida
United States 33131
Phone : (305) 570-3575
Fax : (213) 895-7306