Insurance Defense Attorney – Personal Injury

We are seeking an experiencedInsurance Defense Attorney with a focus onPersonal Injury Defense to join our team. The successful candidate will handle a diverse caseload, providing legal representation for insurance companies and corporate clients in personal injury claims. You will be responsible for managing cases from inception through resolution, including conducting depositions, attending hearings, preparing legal briefs, and trial work.

Key Responsibilities:

• Represent insurance companies and clients in personal injury defense cases

• Conduct legal research, prepare pleadings, and draft motions

• Attend depositions, mediations, hearings, and trials

• Prepare detailed and timely client reports outlining case progress and strategy

• Collaborate with clients and provide legal guidance on case strategy

• Work independently while managing a full caseload and meeting billable hour requirements

• Build strong relationships with clients and colleagues

Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

• Admission to the Louisiana Bar

• 3-5 years of experience in insurance defense and personal injury litigation

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to handle a fast-paced environment and manage deadlines

• Proven ability to manage cases independently and effectively

• Strong organizational and time management skills

Benefit Highlights:

• Participation in bonus programs

• Life Insurance: We provide $25,000 coverage at no cost to the employee.

• Long-Term Disability Insurance: Also provided at no cost to the employee.

• Competitive Medical, Dental and Vision plans through United Health Care

• 401(k) Retirement Plan: with an annual discretionary match

• HSA

• Dependent Care FSA

• Generous PTO allotment

• Flexible Work Schedules

• Additional Supplemental insurances are also available

Equal Opportunity Employer: 

Degan, Blanchard & Nash (DBN) is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination and harassment based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, and training. DBN makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time. 

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