Description:
Job Description:New York Metro Area law firm with national practice is seeking a skilled and motivated Trial Attorney with a minimum of 5 years of experience to join our insurance defense team. As a Trial Attorney, you will represent clients in various insurance-related litigation matters, including bodily injury, property damage, and commercial disputes. You will be responsible for managing cases from inception through trial and appeals, with a focus on providing high-quality legal counsel and effective defense strategies. New York Bar required and New Jersey, Connecticut and Pennsylvania Bars a plus.
Classification: Exempt
Key Responsibilities:
- Represent clients in all phases of litigation, including discovery, motions practice, trial preparation, and trial.
- Handle cases involving insurance defense, including bodily injury, property damage, subrogation, and fraud.
- Analyze case facts, prepare legal documents, and develop strategies for defense.
- Draft and respond to pleadings, motions, discovery requests, and settlement proposals.
- Conduct depositions, interrogatories, and witness interviews.
- Participate in settlement negotiations and alternative dispute resolution processes.
- Represent clients at hearings, arbitrations, and trials.
- Work closely with clients, adjusters, and other professionals to develop and execute case strategies.
- Stay current with changes in laws and regulations related to insurance defense.
Qualifications:
- Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
- Admission to the state bar and in good standing.
- 5+ years of Trial Experience
- years of experience in insurance defense or relevant litigation practice.
- Strong knowledge of insurance law and procedures.
- Proven ability to handle complex litigation and cases through trial.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
- Strong negotiation, problem-solving, and critical-thinking abilities.
Preferred Skills:
- Experience with high-exposure or complex insurance defense cases.
- Trial experience with successful outcomes.
- Familiarity with case management software and legal research tools.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
Job Type:
Full-time (with hybrid work schedule available)
Salary Range:
$110,000 - $175,000 per year commensurate with experience