Insurance Defense Attorney (In-House)
A rapidly growing insurance-focused organization is building a high-performance, in-house legal team and is seeking Insurance Defense Attorneys to join at a pivotal stage of growth.
This role offers the opportunity to handle a full caseload from inception through resolution, working alongside experienced leadership to deliver high-quality legal outcomes while helping shape a modern, efficient in-house defense model.
The ideal candidate has strong experience in Michigan insurance defense litigation, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and is excited to be part of a team built for long-term impact.
Key Responsibilities
Litigation Management
- Manage a caseload of insurance defense matters from intake through final resolution
- Handle all phases of litigation, including pleadings, discovery, depositions, motion practice, and trial preparation
- Develop case strategies aligned with organizational goals and risk tolerance
- Represent clients in court appearances, hearings, mediations, and trials as needed
Case Evaluation & Strategy
- Analyze claims and assess liability, damages, and exposure
- Provide clear recommendations on settlement strategy versus trial
- Collaborate with leadership on complex or high-exposure cases
- Ensure consistent, high-quality legal work product across all matters
Collaboration & Internal Partnership
- Work closely with claims professionals, internal legal leadership, and external partners
- Contribute to building efficient legal workflows and best practices
- Support the transition of work from outside counsel to the in-house team
- Maintain strong communication across stakeholders to ensure alignment and transparency
Regulatory & Legal Excellence
- Stay current on Michigan No-Fault laws, auto negligence, and insurance regulations
- Ensure compliance with all legal and ethical standards
- Contribute to ongoing improvements in litigation strategy and defense approaches
Qualifications
- Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school
- Active member in good standing with the State Bar of Michigan
- 3–8+ years of experience in insurance defense litigation
- Strong knowledge of Michigan No-Fault and auto insurance defense
- Proven ability to independently manage cases from start to finish
- Experience handling depositions, motions, and court appearances
- Trial experience is a plus, but not required
What Sets This Role Apart
- Opportunity to join a newly built, in-house legal team at an early stage
- Ability to own your cases end-to-end with real impact on outcomes
- Collaborative environment with direct access to leadership and decision-makers
- Focus on efficiency, quality, and modern legal operations (not billable-hour driven)
- Clear path for growth and advancement as the team scales
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive base salary (commensurate with experience)
- Performance-based incentives
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
- 401(k) with company match
- Generous paid time off and holidays