Insurance Defense Attorney

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Civil Litigation & Case Management:

• Manage a civil litigation caseload from inception through resolution.

• Handle matters involving Professional Liability, Tort & Liability Defense, and Workers' Compensation.

• Draft pleadings, motions, legal memoranda, discovery requests, and other litigation documents.

• Conduct legal research to support litigation strategy and case development.

• Monitor case deadlines and ensure timely completion of all litigation activities.

• Maintain organized case files and documentation throughout the litigation process.

Courtroom & Litigation Support:

• Prepare for and attend depositions, hearings, mediations, and trials.

• Take and defend fact witness and expert witness depositions.

• Draft and argue dispositive motions.

• Respond to discovery requests and manage all phases of the discovery process.

• Represent clients in New Hampshire state and federal courts.

Client & Team Collaboration:

• Communicate regularly with clients regarding case status, strategy, and developments.

• Prepare interim status reports and provide ongoing legal updates.

• Collaborate with partners, senior attorneys, experts, and support staff to develop effective litigation strategies.

• Maintain strong client relationships through professional and responsive communication.

• Contribute to a collaborative team environment while independently managing assigned matters.

Professional Development & Additional Responsibilities:

• Participate in meaningful, hands-on litigation work under the guidance of experienced attorneys.

• Continuously develop litigation, advocacy, and courtroom skills.

• Maintain compliance with firm policies, court rules, and ethical standards.

• Perform additional duties and assignments as required to support business needs.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school required.

• Active admission to the New Hampshire State Bar required.

• Minimum of one (1) year of civil litigation experience required (1–3 years preferred).

• Experience practicing in both New Hampshire state and federal courts.

• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills.

• Experience drafting pleadings, motions, discovery requests, and legal memoranda.

• Ability to draft and argue dispositive motions.

• Experience taking and defending fact witness and expert witness depositions.

• Strong advocacy, negotiation, and courtroom presentation skills.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines.

• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative legal team.

BENEFITS:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

• Health Advocate Program

• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance

• Life Insurance

• Parental Leave

• Military Leave

• 401(k) Retirement Plan

• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

• 12 Paid Holidays

• Flexible Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Mobile Phone Stipend

• Associate Education Program

• Identity Theft Protection

• Employee Discounts on Tickets, Hotels, Shows, and More

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Hybrid work arrangement based in Manchester, New Hampshire.

• Collaborative and inclusive litigation practice with mentorship from experienced attorneys.

• Opportunity to work on complex civil litigation matters across multiple practice areas.

• Fast-paced legal environment with independent case management responsibilities.

• Regular appearances in New Hampshire state and federal courts.

• Frequent collaboration with attorneys, clients, experts, and legal support staff.

• Standard full-time schedule with flexibility to meet litigation deadlines, court appearances, and client needs.