General Liability Attorney

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Job Overview:

A law firm in Milwaukee, WI, seeks a highly skilled and experienced General Liability Attorney to join their legal team. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in general liability defense work and will be responsible for representing the interests of employers or insurers in various legal proceedings. This position requires an in-depth understanding of legal principles, practices, and regulatory requirements.

Duties:

• Gather medical evidence and medical records.
• Take depositions of claimants, physicians, medical experts, and other parties.
• Conduct discovery processes.
• Perform comprehensive legal research.
• Stay current with developments in the law.
• Draft pleadings, findings of fact, motions, briefs, opinions, and other legal documents.
• Represent the employer's or insurer's interests at hearings, trials, depositions, oral arguments, mediations, arbitrations, and other legal proceedings.
• Communicate with claims representatives.
• Monitor loss run reports for trends and increases, alerting management to concerns.
• Assist with the investigation of accidents and problem areas.
• Manage costs to reduce liability.
• Compile and submit reports required by company management.
• Coordinate and attend claims reviews.
• Negotiate settlements on behalf of the insurance company.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Proven track record of 3+ years of progressive experience in general liability defense work; workers’ compensation defense experience is a plus.
• Working knowledge of legal principles and practices.
• In-depth knowledge of local, state, and federal laws and regulations.
• Thorough knowledge of legal research techniques and legal terminology.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word; experience with Perfect Law legal software preferred.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree.
• Proof of admission to the Wisconsin Bar.

Certifications:

• Admission to the Wisconsin Bar.

Skills:

• Legal research and writing.
• Litigation and trial advocacy.
• Analytical and strategic thinking.
• Negotiation and mediation.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in legal software and Microsoft Office Suite.

Benefits Offered:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
• Health Spending Account (HSA).
• Short Term & Long Term Disability insurance.
• Life Insurance.
• Critical Illness & Accident Insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• 401(k)/Roth retirement plan with company match.

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
200 South Wacker Drive, 31st Floor
Chicago
Illinois
United States 60606
Phone : (312) 321-9411
Fax : (213) 895-7306