Bodily Injury Attorney

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Job Overview:
A prominent law firm with a focus on insurance defense is seeking a Litigation Attorney with experience handling bodily injury cases to join its Fort Lauderdale office. This role involves managing a full caseload from pre-suit investigation through trial and appeal. The firm represents a range of high-profile clients in complex litigation and offers a collaborative, hybrid work environment. This position is ideal for an attorney with strong litigation skills who is looking for case ownership and courtroom exposure.

Location:

• Fort Lauderdale, Florida

Duties:

• Manage bodily injury and related insurance defense litigation matters

• Conduct pre-suit investigations and develop trial strategies

• Attend court proceedings, including depositions, mediations, hearings, and trials

• Draft and file pleadings, motions, and legal memoranda

• Prepare and summarize reports for litigation events and case evaluations

• Communicate with clients and opposing counsel regarding case status and strategy

• Collaborate with internal legal teams to achieve favorable outcomes for clients

Requirements:

• Minimum 2 years of litigation experience, preferably in bodily injury, personal injury, or medical malpractice

• Experience as an Assistant State Attorney or Assistant Public Defender also considered

• First-chair trial experience preferred

• Strong knowledge of Florida state and local litigation rules and procedures

• Ability to manage multiple complex cases in a fast-paced legal environment

Education:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an ABA-accredited law school

Certifications:

• Active license to practice law in the State of Florida

• Member in good standing with the Florida Bar

Skills:

• Excellent legal writing, research, and oral advocacy skills

• Strong understanding of litigation management software and document storage systems

• Proficiency in handling electronically stored case files

• Effective time management and organizational skills

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with litigation teams

Benefits:

• Potential incentive bonus up to 24% of base salary

• 401(k) plan with up to 7% employer contribution

• Health, dental, and vision insurance with majority of premium paid

• Paid time off up to 20 days annually, plus holidays and additional leave (parental, bereavement, life leave, service days)

• Fertility, IVF, and adoption assistance programs

• Tuition assistance and professional development support

• Telemedicine access and 24/7 mental health support

• Financial wellness coaching, workshops, and access to credit union services

• Matching gift and volunteer support programs

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
801 Brickell Avenue, Suite 900
Miami
Florida
United States 33131
Phone : (305) 570-3575
Fax : (213) 895-7306