General Liability Defense Attorney, Part-Time (3–7 Years)

Louisville, KY | Part-Time

A part-time seat for an experienced defense lawyer. You’ll handle general liability, premises, medical malpractice and long-term care defense for employers, carriers and self-insured clients.

Protem Legal, in partnership with a multi-office national defense firm, is seeking a part-time General Liability Defense Attorney.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• Part-time schedule
• Diverse clients: employers, carriers, TPAs and self-insureds
• Defense work from claims handling through trial and appeal
• Training and mentoring programs

About the Role

You’ll join a general liability practice group defending premises, professional liability, medical malpractice and assisted living/long-term care claims, moving cases efficiently through the system.

What You’ll Do

• Review and summarize medical records
• Draft motions, including summary judgment motions, and attend hearings
• Prepare clients for depositions and take and defend fact and expert depositions
• Draft initial, interim and pre-trial reports
• Handle discovery and discovery motions
• Make regular court appearances

What We’re Looking For

• Kentucky bar admission
• 3–7 years of general liability defense experience
• Strong analytical, research, written and oral skills

Helpful Experience

• Medical malpractice or assisted living/long-term care defense

Work Environment

Part-time, with the Louisville office. Benefits include a 401(k) match.

Compensation

Pay will be discussed during the interview process and is based on qualifications and experience.

How to Apply

If you want serious defense work on a part-time schedule, apply confidentially through Protem Legal. We’ll contact you before anything is shared with the firm.