Insurance Regulatory Attorney

MITCHELL WILLIAMS SELIG GATES & WOODYARD•Little Rock, AR

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

As an attorney in the Insurance Regulatory Practice Group at Mitchell Williams, you will have the opportunity to work closely with experienced attorneys and contribute to the Firm’s national insurance regulatory practice. You will work primarily with the more than 15 attorneys in the Practice Group but may also work with attorneys in the Firm’s Business Group, who work closely with us on matters such as mergers and acquisitions. This position has an emphasis on experience in property and casualty (P&C) lines of business, including Surplus Lines, along with experience in holding company transactions including mergers and acquisitions of regulated entities. We also value experience with market conduct issues, insurance agency and broker relationships and contracts, and strong financial analysis skills. Legal work may include product development and filing, representing clients undergoing market conduct and financial examinations, domestic and foreign license applications, and advertising review and compliance. We will provide opportunities to interact directly with clients and will place value on experience with such client communications. Your attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, and ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment will directly impact our Firm’s continued success.

Requirements

Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school and admission to a state bar.
Strong legal research, writing and analytical skills, with the ability to formulate persuasive legal arguments and communicate complex legal concepts effectively.
Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with clients, colleagues, and other team members.
Commitment to professionalism, integrity, and ethical conduct in all aspects of legal practice.
Strong time management and prioritization skills.
Ability to work independently with limited required direction and guidance on simultaneous complex projects.
Must be capable of performing the essential job functions of this job, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

At least three years of experience preferred with relevant experience either in private practice, in-house with an insurance company or other insurance-related entity, or at an insurance department.
Experience in property and casualty (P&C) lines of business, including Surplus Lines.
Experience in holding company transactions including mergers and acquisitions of regulated entities.
Experience with market conduct issues.
Experience with insurance agency and broker relationships and contracts.
Strong financial analysis skills.
Experience with product development and filing.
Experience representing clients undergoing market conduct and financial examinations.
Experience with domestic and foreign license applications.
Experience with advertising review and compliance.
Experience interacting directly with clients.

Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive legal research using online databases, libraries, and other resources, including AI-enhanced tools.
Ensure that all legal documents comply with applicable laws and regulations and accurately reflect the client’s intentions and interests.
Collaborate with team members within the Firm, including partners, associates, compliance professionals, and other team members, to achieve collective goals and deliver high-quality services.
Build and maintain strong client relationships based on trust, professionalism, and effective representation, and serve as a primary point of contact for clients as appropriate, maintaining regular communication and providing updates on matter developments and strategies.
Regularly attend industry meetings with colleagues, including NAIC and NCOIL meetings, the Surplus Lines Law Group, and state trade associations, and make presentations at legal, industry, or client meetings.
Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information and adhere to ethical standards, demonstrating commitment to our positive values.
Monitor changes in relevant laws, regulations, and legal precedents, continuously expanding legal knowledge and keeping abreast of industry trends.
Perform other duties as required.