Insurance Defense Litigation Attorney

Semmes Bowen and SemmesBaltimore, MD

$110,000 - $135,000 / year

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Overview

Schedule

Full-time

Career level

Senior-level

Remote

Hybrid remote

Compensation

$110,000-$135,000/year

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Job Description

Semmes, Bowen & Semmes has an immediate opening in our Baltimore office for an associate with 3+ years' experience in Insurance Defense Litigation. Qualified candidates must be barred in MD. Candidates that are admitted to other jurisdictions, such as DC, PA, and VA are encouraged to apply.We are looking for candidates that have a variety of litigation experience with a concentration in the defense of personal injury and property damage claims, including products liability, construction litigation, toxic torts defense, premises liability, and transportation law.We offer a flexible work environment with options for hybrid work. Semmes is a paperless office with personal laptops provided for attorneys.Compensation: $110,000 to $135,000 annually including bonusQualifications:

JD from an accredited law school.
Admitted to practice law in MD required.
3+ years' experience practicing law preferably in insurance defense.
Admitted to practice in other jurisdictions such as DC or VA a plus.
Candidates should possess strong academic credentials and excellent research, writing and communication skills and have the ability to work independently.
Candidate will be detail oriented, organized, and self-motivated.
Experience with complex general liability, professional liability, construction litigation, property damage claims, the defense of personal injury claims, and transportation is a plus.
Candidate will have a variety of litigation experience with a concentration in insurance defense.

Responsibilities:

The position requires the ability to meet deadlines, multi-task, and handle a high volume of cases.
Research complicated legal issues.
Draft pleadings, motions, memoranda, discovery requests and responses, and all other documents in a timely manner.
Work closely with other attorneys and support staff.
Handle court appearances, client meetings, and depositions.
Communicate with clients regularly.

Benefits:

Competitive salary, Health, Vision, Dental, LTD, STD, Life benefits.
Employee funded 401K.
Employer funded pension plan.
HSA and FSA plans.
Annual performance reviews.
Bonus plan.
Free Fitness Center.
Bike Storage.
Convenient to Light Rail and close to the MARC Train.

A Full-Service Law FirmSemmes, Bowen & Semmes is one of the oldest and largest full-service law firms in the State of Maryland. A diversified team of attorneys serves our clients through offices in five locations: Baltimore and Hagerstown, Maryland, McLean, Virginia, Washington, D.C., and Martinsburg, West Virginia. These strategic locations enable us to accommodate our clients who live and operate their business in the greater Mid-Atlantic area and to support our widening markets.We are an employee focused community that provides hands on training and mentoring for our new employees. Learning by doing is an effective way to get acclimated to the firm. We offer a collegiate environment that supports teamwork and collaboration. We value our culture of diversity and respect within our teams and firmwide. We work together to reach our mutual goals.EEO/AA employer – Minority/Female/Vets/Disabled

All materials will be kept in strictest confidence. Semmes adheres to recruitment standards wherein selection of employees is made without regard to race, age, sex, marital status, religion, national origin, pregnancy, sexual orientation, disability, military status, or other protected characteristics under applicable federal, state, and local laws.

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This job at Semmes Bowen and Semmes is located in Baltimore, MD, according to the details provided by the employer. Some roles may also include multiple work locations depending on the requirement.

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Candidates can expect a pay range of $110,000 and $135,000 per year.

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Semmes Bowen and Semmes lists this role as a Full-time position.

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Semmes Bowen and Semmes is looking for a candidate with "Senior-level" experience level.

What benefits are offered by Semmes Bowen and Semmes for this role?

Semmes Bowen and Semmes offers following benefits: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Disability Insurance, Life Insurance, 401k Matching/Retirement Savings, and Health & Wellness Programs for this position. Actual benefits may vary depending on the employer's policies and employment terms.

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