Attorney Personal Injury Protection - Orlando, Florida

COMPANY OVERVIEW:

Founded in 1989, United Automobile Insurance Company is an innovative and established organization looking for a Personal Injury Protection Attorney to join our team. Family-owned, UAIC, is one of the largest privately held property and casualty insurance companies in the United States. The key to our growth and success is a commitment to providing quality service to our agents and customers, by providing disciplined underwriting, and strategic claims handling. Our ongoing efforts to invest substantial resources in personnel and technology are the foundation of our promise of assuring maximum efficiency and specialized operations in the industry. We are proud that our independent agents and customers have recognized our dedication by making UAIC the market leader in every state where we conduct business.

Applicants must reside in Hillsborough, Volusia, Seminole, or Orange County and be accessible to court houses for these counties.

SCOPE:

As a Personal Injury Protection Attorney for UAIC, you will play a crucial role in representing individuals covered/ insured by UAIC, named as defendants in civil litigation for property damage and/or personal injury. You will be responsible for providing legal expertise and guidance to and litigation support to the claims department and representing the company's interests in legal proceedings. This role is responsible for managing a caseload, conducting legal research, drafting legal documents, negotiating settlements, and representing United Auto in all phases of litigation. Additionally, you will collaborate with our claims and support teams to ensure United Auto receives the best possible outcome. This position offers hybrid work arrangement, allowing the ideal candidate to work from their preferred location within the Hillsborough, Volusia, Seminole or Orange County areas but must report to physical courthouses as required by the Court.

DUTIES :

• Develop case strategies, draft all legal pleadings, motions, discovery, and attend depositions, mediations, hearings, and trials.
• Collaborate with claims adjusters to provide legal guidance and ensure claims are defended efficiently.
• Collaborate with your legal assistant and paralegal to meet deadlines for discovery, hearings and all other required matters.
• Handle all facets of discovery, which includes interrogatories, requests for admissions, requests for production, and conducting witness depositions, including expert testimonies.
• Conduct thorough legal research on applicable laws, regulations, and case precedents related to personal injury protection claims.
• Stay current with changes in insurance and property damage with local and state laws.
• Analyze complex legal issues and provide clear, concise, and practical advice to the claims team.
• Negotiate settlements with claimants, attorneys, and other parties involved in PIP, glass or collision claims.
• Communicate with opposing counsel, attend court hearings, and represent the company's interests in legal proceedings.
• Address any client inquiries or concerns in a professional and timely manner.
• Attend, conduct and represent the company in all depositions, hearings, and trials as necessary to represent the company's interests and advocate for favorable outcomes.
• Prepare and maintain accurate and detailed records of all assigned cases and related legal activities.
• Utilize case management software to maintain comprehensive and organized records of each matter.
• Caseload is 95% PIP and 5% glass/collision.

EDUCATION:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school required.
• Admission and in good standing with the Florida bar

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum 5 years of experience practicing law with a focus on PIP litigation.
• Experience in glass and collision
• Strong knowledge of insurance regulations and laws.
• Excellent research, writing, negotiation, communication, and analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Proficiency in legal research tools and software; Time Matters preferred.

BENEFITS:

• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with employer match.
• Comprehensive Medical, Prescription Drug, Vision, and Dental Insurance
• Paid Time Off, Holidays, and Leave programs.
• Flexible spending accounts
• Basic Life Insurance and Voluntary Life/ADD
• Short Term and Long-Term Disability

UAIC participates in the E-Verify program to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. For more information about E-Verify, please visit .

UAIC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees. All employment decisions at UAIC are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, or belief, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate.