Job details
Job type full-time
Full job description
* remote*
Safepoint insurance is a property and casualty insurance carrier based in tampa, fl.
Job summary
This is an in-house (remotely domiciled) legal counsel position involving the defense of first-party property lawsuits and other responsibilities as assigned.
Essential functions
Manage an active case load of 50-85 litigated cases
Conduct examinations under oath
Attend hearings and depositions
Appear for mediations on behalf of company
Negotiate settlements
Respond to legal notices of intent to litigate first party claims
Assist in developing and reviewing claims letters and forms on a regular basis
Assist with research and development of policy wording changes
Additional projects and/or responsibilities as needed by the legal department
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree and jd from an accredited law school
Florida licensed attorney with a minimum of 2 years’ experience in insurance defense litigation in a law firm or primary p&c carrier
Member in good standing with the florida bar
Solid understanding of the florida rules of civil procedure
Expert in reading and interpreting contracts with the ability to evaluate and resolve coverage issues
Ability to educate claims specialists in complex coverage issues
Extensive experience with motion practice, written discovery, and depositions.
Strong negotiation and communication skills
Extensive experience with complex claims coverage issues
Excellent communication skills
Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment
Exceptional organizational skills
Physical requirements
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hearThe employee frequently is required to stand, walk, use hands and fingers to handle or feel, and reach with hands and arms, and drive a vehicle.
Working conditions
This job is professional in nature and will involve working remotely and traveling throughout the state to/from hearings, depositions, mediations, etc.
Compensation and benefits
We recognize that talented professionals are attracted to companies that provide a great place to work, combined with a comprehensive and competitive pay and benefits package, along with opportunities for personal growth and job advancementFor this reason we are pleased to provide:
Market competitive wages, commensurate with experience
ProfDevelopment and educational assistance programs
Safe harbor 401k plan with immediate vesting and an automatic company contribution
Paid time-off (discretionary, pto, parental leave, and others)
Company paid holidays
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vison insurance
Short and long term disability insurance
Flexible spending accounts with company contribution
Health savings accounts with company contribution
Employee life and ad&d insurance
Dependent life and ad&d insurance
Company paid aaa membership
Identity theft protection
Other ancillary insurance benefit programs
And more
Safepoint insurance is an equal employment opportunity employerWe adhere to a policy of making employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, age or disabilityWe assure you that your opportunity for employment with safepoint depends solely on your qualifications.
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Job type: full-time
Work location: multiple locations
