Subrogation (Litigation) Attorney (Tampa)

Join Our Team – Subrogation (Litigation) Attorney (Tampa)

Butler Weihmuller Katz Craig LLP – a nationally recognized, AV-rated civil litigation firm – is seeking a talented attorney to join our Tampa office in our Subrogation practice group. This dynamic team handles complex large loss subrogation/recovery claims at all stages, including litigation.

We offer a competitive compensation package and robust benefits. Butler offers a flexible hybrid schedule, combining remote and in-office work.

Firm Overview:
With over four decades of experience and eight offices across the country, Butler is home to approximately 140 attorneys. The firm provides strong career advancement opportunities, including a well-defined path to partnership and potential equity ownership for growth-oriented attorneys. Mentorship programs are also available to all interested lawyers.

Butler promotes work-life balance by maintaining reasonable billable hour requirements and fostering a supportive, positive culture. The firm organizes a variety of activities throughout the year, including educational seminars, wellness and mental health lunch-and-learns, diversity and inclusion events, attorney social gatherings, and family-friendly gatherings.

Ideal candidates will possess:
Four years or more of civil litigation experience (which may include, but is not limited to, subrogation, construction defect, product defect, or liability/negligence claims) who is eager to grow in a collaborative and fast-paced legal environment.

• Experience drafting pleadings, initial disclosures, propounding and responding to written discovery, conducting depositions, drafting/arguing motions, mediations, pre-trial proceedings, etc.
• Trial and/or trial preparation experience including, drafting Daubert motions, motions in limine, jury instructions, verdict forms, exhibit and witness lists, voir dire, opening/closing statements, direct/cross examinations, etc.
• Exceptional writing analytical and oral advocacy skills
• Strong time management and communication abilities
• A detail-oriented mindset
• A collaborative, team-first attitude
• The ability to manage multiple projects and respond to urgent matters effectively
• Reviewing property insurance claims to determine liability, identify potential subrogation opportunities, and assess feasibility of recovery.
• Conducting thorough investigations to determine liability, negligence, and causation factors in property-related incidents and claims.
• Compiling and maintaining detailed records, evidence, and documentation related to subrogation cases, such as incident reports, witness statements, and photographs.
• Collaboration with insurance claims teams, policyholders, and others as needed to facilitate subrogation efforts
• Engaging in negotiation and settlement discussions.
• Generating reports and providing regular updates on the status of subrogation cases to clients.