General Liability Business Unit Leader

Overview

Kelley Kronenberg, a pioneering national law firm, is currently seeking ambitious and seasoned Attorneys with a focus on General Liability or related areas for a Partner or Senior Associate role within our esteemed Insurance Defense Litigation team in New Orleans, Louisiana. This position offers a unique opportunity for those with substantial experience to help grow the General Liability department. Trial experience is highly preferred, underscoring our commitment to excellence and our client-centric approach.

Position Overview:

In this vital role, you will be instrumental in leading and providing exceptional legal representation to a diverse client base within the insurance industry. Collaborating closely with our team of seasoned partners and senior associates, you will leverage your expertise in complex insurance defense matters, contributing significantly to the strategic direction and outcomes of our cases.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage a diverse range of General Liability defense cases from inception through resolution.

• Develop and implement effective case strategies in collaboration with clients and team members, ensuring alignment with clients' goals and expectations.

• Serve as a mentor to associates, providing guidance and support to foster their professional development and success within the practice area.

• Engage in business development activities to cultivate new client relationships and maintain existing ones, contributing to the firm's growth and reputation in the workers' compensation defense arena.

• Stay abreast of legislative changes, judicial rulings, and industry trends affecting workers' compensation to provide informed advice and strategic direction.

• Represent the firm and clients in hearings, mediations, and other dispute resolution proceedings, demonstrating exceptional advocacy skills.

• Contribute to the firm's thought leadership by participating in seminars, writing articles, and engaging in professional organizations related to workers' compensation law.

PerKs of working at Kelley Kronenberg:

• Competitive Salary with Yearly BONUS!

• Company Paid PPO Health Insurance + Dental & Vision Options

• Generous Paid Time Off + Floating Holiday and Mental Health Day

• 401K Retirement with Employer Match

• Diverse, Equal & Inclusive Work Environment

• Ongoing Support & Professional Career Development

• Free 3:00 PM snacks, all day coffee & beverages, Friday breakfast, monthly birthday celebrations, holiday party and more!

Kelley Kronenberg is actively growing its General Liability practice in New Orleans. If you are a Partner-level Attorney with 5+ years of general liability with a desire to build and grow a team, we want to hear from you!

If you are truly looking for a non-traditional, progressive full-service law firm, please apply. Partner must be driven, have an entrepreneurial spirit and be a high-performer. Partner must enjoy acting as a mentor and fostering growth within their team while providing excellent client service. Kelley Kronenberg offers a non-traditional compensation structure complimented by an excellent benefits package. This is a profit-sharing Partner position with the opportunity to work closely with our Chair of General Liability. Kelley Kronenberg also has an in-house Business Development/Marketing team to assist with servicing and growing your existing client base and a top-notch Talent Acquisition team to handle your team's growth.

All inquiries will be kept confidential.

Kelley Kronenberg is currently not accepting resumes or referrals from search firms for this position.

Kelley Kronenberg is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate exceptional legal research and writing skills.

• Draft substantive pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery, and other necessary legal documents.

• Conduct depositions and examinations under oath.

• Negotiate on clients' behalf at mediation and for settlement issues.

• Independently evaluate and identify potential exposure and risks associated with cases.

• Collaborate with litigation adjusters, administrative personnel, and claims personnel in order to obtain identified goals.

• Fully and effectively utilize available technology.

• Timely complete required litigation and administrative tasks including management of staff.

• Travel throughout the state as required to meet business needs and marketing functions.

• Ability to handle cases from inception through trial.