Insurance Defense Litigation Associate Attorney
19 days ago
Syosset
Job Description Pay: $125,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year Why This Is a Great Opportunity • Join an established Long Island litigation practice with a strong reputation in New York State and Federal Courts., • Build your career handling meaningful insurance defense and civil litigation matters for sophisticated clients., • Gain hands-on experience with cases involving negligence, premises liability, motor vehicle accidents, professional malpractice, construction litigation, and other defense matters., • Take meaningful responsibility for your cases while working alongside experienced attorneys., • Develop your skills in discovery, depositions, motion practice, legal research, negotiations, and case strategy., • Enjoy a hybrid schedule that offers flexibility while keeping you connected with the team., • Receive competitive compensation plus the opportunity to grow within an established litigation practice. Location: Long Island, NY — Hybrid, offering a flexible balance of remote work and in-office collaboration. Note: Must have an active New York bar license, 2+ years of litigation experience, and at least 1 year of defense negligence and/or insurance defense experience. About Us We are an established, full-service New York law firm with a 30-year history representing clients in state and federal courts. Our clients include insurance companies, self-insured companies, corporations, municipalities, medical professionals, and private individuals. We provide comprehensive litigation services with a personalized approach, developing strategies tailored to each client's needs. Confidential Employer. Job Description • Handle insurance defense and civil litigation matters from inception through resolution., • Conduct legal research and draft pleadings, motions, briefs, correspondence, reports, and other litigation documents., • Manage discovery, including document review, written discovery, and discovery-related motions., • Prepare for and participate in depositions, hearings, mediations, and settlement negotiations., • Evaluate liability, damages, and litigation risks and assist with developing case strategy., • Communicate with clients, insurance carriers, claims professionals, opposing counsel, and other stakeholders., • Assist with cases involving negligence, premises liability, motor vehicle accidents, professional malpractice, construction litigation, and related defense matters., • Maintain accurate case files, deadlines, and reporting requirements., • Work closely with senior attorneys and the broader legal team to advance matters efficiently and effectively. Qualifications • 2+ years of litigation experience., • At least 1 year of defense negligence and/or insurance defense experience., • Active New York bar admission in good standing., • Experience with discovery, legal research, and motion practice., • Strong legal writing, analytical, communication, and organizational skills., • Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines., • Strong judgment and attention to detail., • Demonstrated commitment to providing responsive, high-quality client service. Why You Will Love Working Here • Established and respected New York litigation practice., • Diverse caseload providing exposure to sophisticated insurance defense matters., • Opportunity to work directly on cases and develop practical litigation skills., • Experienced attorneys and a collaborative professional environment., • Hybrid flexibility and meaningful opportunities for professional growth., • Strong platform for building a long-term career in insurance defense litigation. JPC-1933 Benefits: • Dental insurance, • Health insurance, • Life insurance, • Paid time off, • Retirement plan, • Vision insurance