What are the responsibilities and job description for the Insurance Defense Attorney position at gpac?
We are seeking a skilled and motivated Insurance Defense Attorney with 3 years of experience to join our team in Kansas City. The ideal candidate will have experience in defending insurance companies and their policyholders in personal injury, property damage, and other liability-related claims. This is a great opportunity to work in a collaborative environment on high-stakes cases while furthering your career in the dynamic field of insurance defense.
Key Responsibilities
Join us and make a meaningful impact in the lives of our clients. We look forward to hearing from you!
All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.
GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.
Key Responsibilities
- Represent insurance companies and their policyholders in defense of claims, including personal injury, property damage, and liability cases.
- Manage cases from inception to resolution, including drafting pleadings, conducting discovery, taking depositions, and preparing for trial.
- Provide legal analysis and counsel on insurance coverage issues, policy interpretation, and claims handling.
- Develop and implement defense strategies for a wide range of matters, including both complex and routine cases.
- Negotiate settlements and engage in alternative dispute resolution methods, including mediation and arbitration.
- Communicate regularly with clients, opposing counsel, and experts to drive case outcomes.
- Stay informed on trends and changes in insurance law and the broader legal landscape.
- Participate in the preparation and trial of cases, ensuring successful litigation strategies and outcomes.
- Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
- 3 years of experience in insurance defense, including experience with personal injury, property damage, and liability cases.
- Licensed to practice law in Missouri (required); Kansas license is a plus.
- Strong knowledge of civil procedure, litigation tactics, and insurance law.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to draft legal documents and interact with clients and opposing counsel effectively.
- Experience taking depositions and managing discovery processes.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team.
- Strong time management and organizational skills to handle multiple cases simultaneously.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- A supportive and inclusive work environment.
- Opportunities for career development and advancement.
- Exposure to high-profile cases and a diverse client base.
Join us and make a meaningful impact in the lives of our clients. We look forward to hearing from you!
All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.
GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.
