No-Fault/PIP Attorney, Insurance Defense

Company: Progressive
Location: Fort Lauderdale
Posted on: January 12, 2021

Job Description:

No-Fault/PIP Attorney, Insurance DefenseJob Number: 171301As an insurance defense attorney within our personal injury protection (PIP) unit, you'll be a part of our motor vehicle insurance defense litigation team, providing legal representation to Progressive insureds and/or to the Progressive Insurance Companies before courts and arbitration panels in all aspects of litigation. Handling cases from beginning to end, you'll also prepare legal pleadings, motions, statements, trial briefs and be involved in negotiating settlements. Additionally, you'll work closely with clients and claims partners to prepare timely reports on litigation, ensuring all appropriate defenses are leveraged to reach positive outcomes. Other tasks will include analyzing written discovery, depositions, medical records and assessing the value of claims to determine risk exposure.In this role, you will handle PIP litigation cases.Must have qualifications:* Juris Doctorate (J.D.) from an accredited law school * Active license to practice law in FloridaPreferred Skills: * 1-6 years' experience in PIP/No-Fault litigation * Ability to identify risk, review and assess medical records, depositions and other legal documents * Able to work independently with strong attention to detail along with the ability to organize and prioritize workload working with an electronic diary * Strong listening, verbal and written communication skills * Ability to work effectively with clients and customers and negotiate on their behalfBenefits* Gainshare bonus up to 40% of your eligible earnings; Progressive rewards each of us with an annual bonus based on company performance * 401(k) with dollar-for-dollar company match up to 6% * Diverse, inclusive and welcoming culture with Employee Resource Groups * Career development and tuition assistance * Wellness programs to help you maintain a better quality of life * Medical, dental and vision, including free preventive careEqual Opportunity EmployerJob: LegalPrimary Location: United States-Florida-Fort LauderdaleSchedule: Full-timeEmployee Status: RegularWork From Home: No

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