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Insurance Defense Attorney in Phoenix

Date Posted: 03 November 2026

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Job Description

Insurance Defense Attorney

Location: Phoenix, Arizona

Position Type: Full-Time

About the Role

A well-established and collegial law firm in Phoenix is seeking a driven Insurance Defense Attorney to join their active litigation practice. In this role, you will build direct relationships with clients from day one and manage a wide range of insurance defense matters, including general liability claims, complex litigation, and insurance-related disputes.

This opportunity offers a collaborative work environment, strong potential for long-term career advancement, and a highly competitive bonus structure.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage case files independently from initial intake through final resolution or trial.

  • Handle civil liability matters involving bodily injury, premises liability, and complex claims.

  • Assist with insurance coverage disputes and bad-faith defense matters as needed.

  • Draft pleadings, motions, discovery requests, and responses.

  • Conduct legal research, take and defend depositions, negotiate settlements, and represent clients in court proceedings and hearings.

  • Maintain proactive communication with clients, claims adjusters, and opposing counsel.

Qualifications

  • Licensure: Active license to practice law in Arizona (in good standing).

  • Experience: 3+ years of experience in insurance defense, general liability, or civil litigation.

  • Skills:

    • Proven track record of managing a full caseload from start to finish.

    • Exceptional legal research, writing, analytical, and negotiation skills.

    • Strong time management skills with the ability to handle multiple deadlines independently.

    • Proactive, strategic approach to litigation.

Benefits & Compensation

  • Highly competitive salary base.

  • Lucrative bonus structure.

  • Comprehensive benefits package.

  • Clear pathways for professional growth and leadership.

How to Apply

To learn more about this position or to submit your resume for confidential consideration, please contact:

Nykki McAdoo

📧 nykki.mcadoo@gogpac.com

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.

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