Career Opportunities

Insurance Defense Attorney

Chaffe McCall is seeking an experienced attorney to join our team. We are looking for a Mid-Level to Senior Insurance Defense Attorney with 5-10 years of experience to join our dynamic and growing Insurance practice in New Orleans. The ideal candidate will be a critical thinker with a strong legal background and excellent writing skills. This is an opportunity for a dedicated attorney to further their career within a supportive and collaborative team environment.

Responsibilities:

• Manage a diverse caseload of insurance defense matters, providing legal counsel and representation to clients.
• Conduct thorough legal research and analysis to develop effective legal strategies.
• Draft and review legal documents, including pleadings, motions, and briefs.
• Attend court hearings, depositions, and mediations as necessary.
• Collaborate with a team of experienced attorneys, paralegals, and support staff to achieve successful outcomes for clients.
• Stay current with legal developments and industry trends in insurance defense

Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Active and in good standing with the Louisiana State Bar.
• 5-10 years of experience practicing insurance defense law.
• Strong legal research and writing skills.
• Exceptional communication and negotiation abilities.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• In-depth knowledge of insurance coverage and the insurance industry.
• Experience representing domestic and international insurers and reinsurers, including first-party and third-party matters throughout the U.S.

What We Offer:

• Competitive compensation package.
• Comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, and retirement plans.
• Professional development opportunities.
• A supportive and family work environment.
• The opportunity for career advancement within the firm.

Qualified applicants, please submit via email to doody@chaffe.com the following documents in Microsoft Word or PDF format to be considered for this position:

• Cover Letter including salary expectations
• Resume
• Please include “Mid-Level to Senior Insurance Defense Attorney Application” in the subject line of your email.