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Insurance Defense Associate Attorney

Kubicki DraperFort Lauderdale, Florida🇺🇸United StatesPosted Oct 12, 2026

Why This Role Stands Out

This role offers unparalleled hands-on litigation experience in insurance defense, providing a clear path for career advancement within a reputable firm. You'll thrive here if you possess strong advocacy skills, a client-focused approach, and a drive for continuous learning. You'll benefit from competitive compensation and a supportive team culture.

Quick Overview

Seniority
Mid Senior
Employment type
Full Time
Work mode
On Site
Location
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, United States
Posted
11 hours ago
Legal ResearchLitigationMicrosoft Office

Job Description

Role Overview

Our Ft. Lauderdale office seeks a passionate Litigation Associate. The ideal candidate will have 1+ years experience in insurance defense. With us, you'll gain invaluable exposure to hearings, depositions, mediations, and trial preparations from the outset.

Your Day-to-Day:

  • Draft and review vital pleadings and motions, respond to discoveries, and drive motions.
  • Lead and attend hearings, depositions, mediations, and client meetings, and negotiate settlements.
  • Master tools like Word, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, and Excel.

What You Bring:

  • Strong skills in legal research, writing, and persuasive oral advocacy.
  • One or more years of experience in insurance defense litigation (preferred)
  • A hunger for growth, a client-first mindset, and impeccable organizational skills.
  • Membership of the Florida Bar in good standing

We offer competitive pay, top-tier medical insurance, 401(k) with matching, and much more.

Why Join Us?

  • Opportunity to Grow: We’re expanding fast and offer hands-on experience, mentorship, and real career advancement.
  • Work-Life Balance: We value you - not just as an employee but as an individual. Enjoy hybrid flexibility, PTO, and wellness-forward programs.
  • Long-Term Value: Over 20% of our team has been with us for 10+ years. We invest in your future – at every stage.
  • Inclusive Culture: We’re not just a law firm—we’re a team. One that values collaboration, supports innovation, and champions diverse perspectives. In fact, over 70% of our attorneys come from diverse backgrounds, reflecting the communities we serve.

At Kubicki Draper, we combine over 60 years of legal excellence with a modern, inclusive, and growth-oriented culture. With more than 250 attorneys across 12 offices, we are a trusted leader in trial, appellate, insurance defense, commercial, and real estate litigation.

No matter where you are in your legal journey—from your first case to your hundredth—you’ll find the support, challenge, and opportunity to succeed.

Kindly note: Direct applicants only. No phone calls or recruiters, please.

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