Insurance Defense Attorney

L&W Recruiting, on behalf of a well‑established Mid‑Atlantic litigation defense firm, seeks a Senior Insurance Defense Attorney to join the firm's Sewell, NJ office. This role is suited to an experienced insurance defense litigator who can independently manage a complex docket while contributing to a collaborative, team‑oriented practice.

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Sewell, NJ Position overview Manage a full docket of insurance defense matters from intake through resolution, with primary responsibility for case strategy, client communication, and outcomes. Develop and implement resolution strategies tailored to the facts and risk profile of each matter, including dispositive motion practice, negotiation, alternative dispute resolution, and trial preparation. Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery requests and responses, and other court filings with precision and timeliness. Conduct and defend depositions; prepare witnesses and experts for testimony; appear for hearings, arbitrations, and trials as required. Maintain organized case files, calendaring, and adherence to firm and client metrics for efficiency and outcome tracking. Collaborate with colleagues on firm‑wide litigation strategy and quality‑review processes; mentor and provide guidance to junior attorneys and support staff as appropriate. Required qualifications Juris Doctor (J.D.) and active license to practice law in New Jersey. Minimum of seven (7) years of insurance defense litigation experience. Proven litigation skills, including deposition practice, motion drafting and practice, courtroom advocacy, and trial preparation. Demonstrated ability to manage complex caseloads independently while working effectively within a team. Strong written and verbal communication, client‑management, organizational, and time‑management skills. Commitment to professional ethics, client service, and adherence to calendaring and procedural deadlines. Preferred qualifications Significant trial experience and a record of favorable pretrial and trial outcomes. Experience supervising or mentoring junior attorneys and managing team workflows. Familiarity with insurance coverage issues, bad faith defense, subrogation, and related complex insurance matters. Experience using data‑driven case management tools and working with metrics to monitor file cycle time, fees, costs, and outcomes. Portable book of business is welcome but not required. Compensation and benefits Competitive senior‑level salary commensurate with experience. Comprehensive benefits package typically including health, dental, vision, and retirement options. Opportunities for partnership, leadership, and meaningful professional development within a collegial environment. Flexible work arrangements may be available based on experience and performance. About the firm The client is a litigation defense practice with a Mid‑Atlantic footprint that emphasizes early case evaluation, targeted discovery, and efficient resolution aligned with client objectives. The firm supports a trial‑ready culture, a collaborative quality‑review process, and career growth for attorneys seeking substantive litigation experience.