Senior Attorney - Premises Liability / Auto

Hamilton & Miller, PA • Miami, FL

9d • 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.

This Senior Attorney role is responsible for independently managing defense litigated cases focused on premises liability and auto defense matters, with minimal oversight by the managing partner of the book of business. The role requires full ownership of case strategy, trial preparation, client communications, and business development within Florida state courts. The position involves managing a high volume of active matters, participating in in-person depositions and site inspections, and serving as first chair at trial when matters proceed to litigation.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
• Active membership in good standing with the Florida Bar.
• Minimum of 7 years of Bar admission with at least 5 years of experience in premises liability and auto defense matters.
• Demonstrated first-chair trial experience required.
• Significant experience taking and defending expert depositions required.

Responsibilities

• Independently manages cases involving premises liability and auto defense matters.
• Serves as first chair in jury trials and evidentiary hearings.
• Conducts and defends fact and expert depositions, including retained and opposing experts.
• 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.
• Manages a high volume of files while ensuring compliance with court rules, deadlines, and procedural requirements.
• Maintains and grows client relationships, including managing an established and expanding book of business.
• Reviews premises liability issues, including but not limited to notice requirements in slip-and-fall matters when applicable.
• Utilizes internal and external resources as needed to address complex legal and factual issues.
• May have direct supervisory responsibilities of one to two associate attorneys.
• May provide indirect guidance or task coordination to legal assistants, clerical staff, or interns in connection with case preparation and defense-related activities.

Benefits

• Competitive annual compensation package with bonus potential.
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, STD, LTD, AD&D, EAP, and supplementary voluntary health plans.
• Unlimited PTO
• Biometric Wellness screenings.
• Commuter Reimbursement Program (parking, train, bus, etc.).
• 401(k) retirement plan with generous firm match.
• Opportunities for creative freedom and idea exchange in an innovative workspace.

What This Job Offers

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