Insurance Defense Attorney
- $170,000 - $200,000
- New York, NY
Join a construction and insurance litigation firm that prides itself on striving to set the highest standard of excellence in our fields of practice.
A bit about us:
The firm specializes in the representation of owners / developers, contractors, municipalities and municipal corporations in State and Federal Courts. We are known for our aggressive, result–oriented approach and our practice is widely recognized by the bench and bar for the excellent quality of the firm’s work product and the preparedness of our lawyers.
Why join us?
401(k)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Job Details
We are seeking a seasoned Insurance Defense Attorney to join our dynamic team, providing legal services of the highest quality to our clients. This is a golden opportunity for an experienced professional who is well-versed in Insurance Law, Personal Injury Litigation, Mediation, and Commercial Litigation. The successful candidate will be responsible for representing insurance companies and their insureds in a wide range of litigation-related matters. The role requires a proactive individual who can handle a diverse caseload, demonstrate excellent communication skills, and maintain a high degree of professionalism.
Responsibilities:
1. Represent clients in a wide range of insurance defense-related litigation matters, including personal injury, premises liability, product liability, and commercial litigation.
2. Provide comprehensive legal advice to insurance companies and their insureds on a variety of complex issues.
3. Conduct thorough case analysis and develop effective defense strategies.
4. Manage all phases of the litigation process, from investigation, pleadings, and discovery to pre-trial, trial, settlement, and appeal.
5. Negotiate settlements on behalf of clients in mediation and arbitration proceedings.
6. Draft and review legal documents, including pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery requests, responses, and other legal memoranda.
7. Maintain a high level of professionalism and confidentiality in all interactions with clients, court personnel, opposing counsel, and colleagues.
8. Stay updated on current legislation, court rulings, and industry trends relevant to insurance law and defense litigation.
Qualifications:
1. Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
2. Admission to the State Bar and in good standing.
3. A minimum of 5 years of experience in insurance defense litigation.
4. Proven expertise in Insurance Law, Personal Injury Litigation, Mediation, and Commercial Litigation.
5. Proficiency in managing a large caseload with multiple priorities and deadlines.
6. Strong negotiation, litigation, and trial advocacy skills.
7. Excellent legal research, analytical, writing, and communication skills.
Responsibilities:
1. Represent clients in a wide range of insurance defense-related litigation matters, including personal injury, premises liability, product liability, and commercial litigation.
2. Provide comprehensive legal advice to insurance companies and their insureds on a variety of complex issues.
3. Conduct thorough case analysis and develop effective defense strategies.
4. Manage all phases of the litigation process, from investigation, pleadings, and discovery to pre-trial, trial, settlement, and appeal.
5. Negotiate settlements on behalf of clients in mediation and arbitration proceedings.
6. Draft and review legal documents, including pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery requests, responses, and other legal memoranda.
7. Maintain a high level of professionalism and confidentiality in all interactions with clients, court personnel, opposing counsel, and colleagues.
8. Stay updated on current legislation, court rulings, and industry trends relevant to insurance law and defense litigation.
Qualifications:
1. Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
2. Admission to the State Bar and in good standing.
3. A minimum of 5 years of experience in insurance defense litigation.
4. Proven expertise in Insurance Law, Personal Injury Litigation, Mediation, and Commercial Litigation.
5. Proficiency in managing a large caseload with multiple priorities and deadlines.
6. Strong negotiation, litigation, and trial advocacy skills.
7. Excellent legal research, analytical, writing, and communication skills.
Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.