Associate Litigation Attorney

Oklahoma Farm Bureau Insurance Company•Oklahoma City, OK

About The Position

Oklahoma Farm Bureau Mutual Insurance Company is seeking an experienced Insurance Defense Attorney to join its in-house legal team, practicing through Lawson & Shelton, PLLC. This position offers a rare opportunity to handle meaningful defense work in a stable, supportive environment with a strong emphasis on work–life balance and family priorities. The ideal candidate is a seasoned litigator who thrives working independently, exercises sound professional judgment without the need for close supervision, and is capable of managing a full caseload of insurance defense matters from inception through resolution. Why This Position Stands Out 1. No billable hour requirements 2. Salary-based compensation 3. Strong emphasis on family balance and quality of life 4. Comprehensive corporate benefits package, including health insurance and access to an on-site physician for employees and their families 5. Collegial, professional work environment 6. Exceptional employee retention — many Oklahoma Farm Bureau Mutual Insurance Company employees have been with the company for more than 20 years Position Overview The Insurance Defense Attorney will be responsible for independently managing all phases of civil litigation on behalf of Oklahoma Farm Bureau Mutual Insurance Company (“OFBMIC”) and its insureds. This is a hands-on litigation role requiring an attorney who can take ownership of a file from the moment it is assigned through final resolution — whether by settlement, dispositive motion, or trial verdict — with minimal oversight and maximum professional accountability. The attorney will work closely with OFBMIC claims professionals, adjusters, and internal stakeholders, providing proactive legal guidance while maintaining a practical, resolution-focused approach tailored to the facts and exposure of each matter. Strong communication, organizational skills, and the ability to manage a diverse and active docket are essential.

Requirements

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
Licensed and in good standing with the Oklahoma Bar Association
10+ years of insurance defense and/or civil litigation experience, with substantial first-chair trial experience preferred
Demonstrated ability to manage a large, diverse caseload independently from file opening through final resolution
Experience handling automobile liability, premises liability, general liability, uninsured/underinsured motorist, and related insurance defense matters
Proficiency in Oklahoma state court practice and familiarity with federal court practice in the Western, Northern, and Eastern Districts of Oklahoma
Strong legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills
Excellent organizational and time management abilities
Commitment to the highest ethical and professional standards
Ability to work collaboratively with claims professionals and internal stakeholders while maintaining independent judgment and initiative

Responsibilities

File Opening and Initial Case Assessment
Pleadings and Early Litigation
Discovery — Written and Oral
Expert Witnesses and Case Development
Dispositive Motions and Pretrial Practice
Settlement Evaluation and Negotiation
Trial Preparation and Trial
File Closure and Post-Litigation Duties
Claims Collaboration and Reporting

Benefits

No billable hour requirements
Salary-based compensation
Strong emphasis on family balance and quality of life
Comprehensive corporate benefits package, including health insurance and access to an on-site physician for employees and their families
Collegial, professional work environment
Exceptional employee retention — many Oklahoma Farm Bureau Mutual Insurance Company employees have been with the company for more than 20 years

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