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Attorney/Lawyer
- Robert Half Legal (Miami, FL)
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Description We are looking for a dedicated Attorney with expertise in insurance defense or litigation and defense to join our team on a long-term contract basis. This role is based in Miami, Florida, and offers an excellent opportunity to handle diverse legal cases while contributing to a dynamic environment within the financial services industry. The ideal candidate will bring strong litigation skills, a strategic approach to case management, and a commitment to delivering outstanding legal support.
Responsibilities:
• Manage and oversee legal work on assigned cases, ensuring thorough preparation and effective execution.
• Represent the company in litigation matters by aggressively pursuing files referred by the Claims Department.
• Develop and maintain a clear and documented strategy for each case, including analysis of intangible factors such as the judge, opposing counsel, and case-specific nuances.
• Organize and maintain comprehensive document files, including pleadings, briefs, and memorandums.
• Conduct legal research and draft high-quality legal documents as required for case management.
• Provide timely and detailed status reports to claims handlers, ensuring updates occur no less than every 60 days.
• Prepare and deliver compelling arguments in court proceedings, as necessary.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure alignment and consistency in case handling strategies.
• Stay informed of relevant legal developments to incorporate best practices into case strategies. Requirements
• Minimum of 1-3 year of experience as a trial attorney, with a preference for insurance defense expertise.
• Active membership in the State Bar, along with compliance with all licensing and continuing education requirements.
• Proven ability to handle cases in Dade County Courts.
• Strong skills in legal research, writing, and drafting of legal documents.
• Demonstrated experience in managing and organizing complex case files.
• Excellent analytical, strategic thinking, and decision-making abilities.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.
Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.
Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.
All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.
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