Description:

At An American Insurance Company, great things happen when our people work together to protect families and their belongings from life's uncertainties. And for more than 90 years our innovative drive has kept us a step ahead of our customers' evolving needs. From advocating for seat belts, air bags and graduated driving laws, to being an industry leader in pricing sophistication, telematics, and, more recently, device and identity protection.

Job Description:
Join the legal frontline and champion the defense for both the insured and the Company! As an early career Personal Injury Protection (PIP) Attorney, you'll handle no fault, bodily injury, property damage lawsuits, and more, with thrilling trials, arbitrations, and mediations. Beyond the courtroom, you'll provide vital counsel to business clients and coordinate between legal teams. Stay ahead of the game by monitoring new laws and regulations, ensuring our strategies remain sharp. Embrace the excitement of constant challenges and victories in this dynamic role!

Key Responsibilities:

Manage all aspects of insurance defense litigation from case inception to verdict, including initial case assessment, discovery, depositions, motion practice, pre-trial negotiations, and courtroom advocacy.
Conduct Special Investigation Unit (SIU) Examinations Under Oath (EUOs) and prepare comprehensive reports with a focus on SIU and Personal Injury Protection (PIP) matters.
Review new file assignments, analyze evidence, develop case strategies, and prepare and draft pleadings, motions, and other legal documents.
Conduct AAA no-fault arbitrations, mediations, and try cases as needed, including preparing witnesses and clients for testimony.
Investigate and pursue subrogation litigation opportunities to recover costs when appropriate.
Keep claim business partners consistently updated on case status through regular communications, strategy conferences, and pre-trial reports.
Monitor changes in laws and regulations to ensure compliance and optimize legal strategies for the company and clients.

Education:

Juris Doctorate and active membership in good standing with the New York State Bar.

Minimum Requirements:

Successful completion of courses focused on legal research, writing, and analysis, demonstrating the ability to conduct thorough legal research and draft clear, well-structured legal documents.
Demonstrates strong time management skills, effectively balancing multiple tasks and deadlines.
Capable of organizing case files, managing legal documents, and understanding the discovery process.
Skilled in communicating with clients, preparing summaries, and maintaining records of interactions.
Well-versed in legal ethics and the standards of professional conduct.
Equipped with fundamental negotiation techniques and strategies for client interactions and settlement discussions.
Must be commutable distance to courthouses throughout the greater New York area.