Insurance Defense Attorney

PENINO & MOYNIHAN, LLP

Attorney managing caseload for a preeminent insurance defense law firm in Connecticut. Involves drafting motions, handling court appearances, and depositions.

Posted 7/21/2026full-timeConnecticut, New York • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $120,000 - $160,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing a caseload and drafting legal documents, with a strong focus on litigation in insurance defense cases. Proficient in handling court appearances and depositions while exhibiting strong organizational and interpersonal skills.

Highest-signal resume keywords

J.D. From An Accredited Law SchoolAdmitted To Practice In ConnecticutLitigating Insurance Defense CasesHandling DepositionsStrong Organizational Skills

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Hard Skills

Drafting MotionsDrafting Status ReportsLitigationCourt AppearancesDepositions

Soft Skills

Time ManagementWriting SkillsInterpersonal Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

Connecticut Bar AdmissionNew York Bar Admission

Industry Keywords

Insurance DefenseConnecticut State Courts

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Managing a caseload
Drafting motions and status reports
Regularly handling court appearances and depositions

Requirements

What you’ll need

J.D. from an accredited law school
Admitted to practice in Connecticut
New York admission is a plus
3 plus years experience litigating insurance defense cases in Connecticut State courts, including handling depositions
Strong organizational, time management, writing and interpersonal skills are required

Benefits

Comp & perks

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Vision insurance