First & Third-Party Insurance Defense Attorney

Hamilton & Miller, PA • Miami, FL

8d • Hybrid

About The Position

Hamilton Miller & Birthisel LLP is a premier insurance defense trial law firm with a presence spanning Florida, New York, Virginia, Puerto Rico, Jamaica, the U.S. Virgin Islands, and The Bahamas. We are nationally recognized for our work in insurance defense, admiralty and maritime law, transportation and trucking, personal injury, premises liability, professional malpractice defense, construction, subrogation, and products liability litigation.
The firm holds an AV® Preeminent rating-the highest peer-review distinction from Martindale-Hubbell-and is consistently ranked among the most diverse law firms in South Florida. Our attorneys are known for delivering swift, lucrative results, backed by a 24/7 emergency action response team serving clients in domestic and international jurisdictions.
We are seeking an Attorney that is a self-starter and has experience independently managing defense litigated cases focused on general liability matters (first- and third-party property, casualty and BI) with oversight by the supervising partner. The role requires full ownership of case deadlines, case strategy determination, trial preparation, and client communications within Florida state courts while working directly with supervising partner. The position involves case handling from either claim inspection and /or defense assignment for determining initial case strategy and development, drafting motions, attending hearings, taking depositions, possible site inspections, and trial preparations. This role will be to work closely with the supervising partner, paralegal and legal assistant team. (Case load approximately 30-40)

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
• Admitted to practice in the state of Florida.
• Minimum of 2-5 years of experience in insurance defense (e.g. general liability, third-party insurance defense, and/or first party property/ casualty defense).

Nice To Haves

• Trial experience is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Independently manages general track of cases involving general liability with minimal oversight by managing partner.
• Comfortable in depositions, hearings, and communicating directly with clients and/or opposing counsel.
• Trial experience is a plus but not required.
• Conducts depositions
• Drafts and argues dispositive motions, including motions for summary judgment, and appears at related hearings.
• Performs site inspections and attends in-person depositions as required.
• Prepares litigation strategy, evaluates exposure, and advises clients on case direction with a trial-ready approach.
• Ownership over file deadlines, case management deadlines, compliance with court rules and local procedural requirements.
• Utilizes internal and external resources as needed to address complex legal and factual issues.
• Communicate clearly and professionally-both verbally and in writing-with clients, attorneys, business professionals, and external parties.
• Produce high‑quality work product, respond to calls, and return correspondence promptly and efficiently.
• Deliver accurate, timely, and reliable work and consistently meet deadlines and performance expectations.
• Build and maintain positive, collaborative working relationships.
• Adhere to all firm policies, procedures, and professional standards.
• Perform both sedentary and physical tasks, including: Working at a computer for extended periods (on-screen reading, drafting, and typing), Participating in virtual meetings and conference calls, Attending in-person meetings as needed
• Manage competing priorities and work effectively under pressure in a fast‑paced environment.
• Perform other duties, tasks, or projects as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive annual compensation package with bonus potential.
• Flexible working environment: career and work-life balance supported.
• Comprehensive Benefits & Wellness Packages: Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA Medical & FSA Dependent Care, Life Insurance, STD, LTD, AD&D, EAP, and supplementary voluntary health plans.
• Biometric Wellness Screenings.
• Commuter Reimbursement Program (parking, train, bus, etc.).
• 401(k) retirement plan with generous Firm match.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level