Partner- Insurance Defense

We are looking for a partner to join our Orlando, Tallahassee, or Miami offices at Kubicki Draper. We seek a Lateral Partner with at least 8 years of insurance defense experience. Must have experience litigating third-party bodily injury claims and handling extensive personal injury claims, including automobile claims, traumatic brain injuries, significant injuries to property or business, and wrongful death claims. A portable book of business is desired. Trial experience is required. Your Day-to-Day: + Draft/review and respond to substantive pleadings, motions, and discovery + Attend/chair hearings, depositions, mediations, and meetings with clients, as well as negotiate settlements + Must be competent & proficient in the use of Word, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint & Excel + Communicate in a highly effective manner with team members and clients + Ability to work in a fast-paced, evolving environment Requirements + 8+ years of insurance defense litigation experience required + Trial experience is strongly preferred + Licensed member of the Florida Bar and in good standing required + Strong legal research and excellent writing skills, as well as possess strong/persuasive oral advocacy + Client-Centric Approach: Our clients are our compass—your unwavering commitment to exceptional client service + Highly organized, with clear and concise communication style Benefits The KD difference: Diversity in Leadership: We are proud to be 36% minority-owned, with over 70% of our attorneys from diverse backgrounds. Notably, over 60% of our firm's shareholders are also from minority groups. Opportunity for Growth: We're on a growth sprint and want you to grow with us! Enjoy rapid career progression, hands-on experience, and ample learning opportunities. Work-Life Balance: We value you - not just as an employee but as an individual. Enjoy proper work-life balance with us. Perks of Being with Us: + Inclusive Environment: Over 50% of our attorneys are female, with almost half our shareholders and leadership team also female + Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy a flexible hybrid schedule, competitive compensation, generous PTO, top-tier medical insurance, and a robust 401k (with match) + Long-Term Growth: Over 15% of our staff proudly hold ten years or more tenure with us About Us Established in 1963, Kubicki Draper is a beacon of legal expertise, offering trial, appellate, coverage, commercial, and real estate transaction services. With a remarkable team of 200+ attorneys across 12 vibrant offices, we've been the go-to firm in Florida and beyond - reaching the heart of Georgia, Alabama, and Mississippi. Discover the KD difference: Grow, learn, and evolve with a firm that's championed legal brilliance for over five decades. Kindly note: Direct applicants only. No phone calls or recruiters, please.