Insurance Defense Litigation Attorney

Semmes Bowen and Semmes•Baltimore, MD

7d•$110,000 - $135,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Semmes, Bowen & Semmes has an immediate opening for an associate in its Baltimore office. The attorney will handle insurance defense litigation, with a concentration in defending personal injury and property damage claims. Relevant areas include products liability, construction litigation, toxic torts, premises liability, and transportation law. The position requires managing a high volume of cases, meeting deadlines, and handling multiple tasks, while working with other attorneys and support staff.

Requirements

Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
Admission to practice law in Maryland is required.
At least 3 years of experience practicing law, preferably in insurance defense.
Strong academic credentials and excellent research, writing, and communication skills.
Ability to work independently.
Detail-oriented, organized, and self-motivated.
Varied litigation experience, with a concentration in insurance defense.

Nice To Haves

Admission to practice in other jurisdictions, such as Washington, D.C., Pennsylvania, or Virginia; admission in other jurisdictions is encouraged, and admission in jurisdictions such as D.C. or Virginia is a plus.
Experience with complex general liability, professional liability, construction litigation, property damage claims, personal injury defense, or transportation.

Responsibilities

Meet deadlines, multitask, and handle a high volume of cases.
Research complicated legal issues.
Draft pleadings, motions, memoranda, discovery requests and responses, and other documents in a timely manner.
Work closely with other attorneys and support staff.
Handle court appearances, client meetings, and depositions.
Communicate regularly with clients.