General Liability Attorney

Job Title: General Liability Attorney

Job Overview:
A reputable law firm in Poughkeepsie, NY, seeks a skilled General Liability Attorney to join their dynamic team. The ideal candidate will bring experience in general liability cases and the ability to manage responsibilities independently within a fast-paced environment. This role requires proactive engagement with cases from preparation through resolution, focusing on effective communication and timely case management.

Duties:

• Analyze case issues and provide strategic input to resolve claims effectively.
• Maintain regular communication with claims professionals, documenting interactions for case records.
• Draft and prepare pleadings, conduct depositions, and manage motions.
• Support case management from filing to resolution, including trial preparation and, if applicable, trial participation.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in general liability law.
• Proven ability to manage cases with attention to detail and timely resolution.
• Strong foundation in legal documentation, from pleadings to depositions.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Active membership in good standing with the New York Bar.

Skills:

• Strong analytical and communication abilities.
• Capacity to handle multiple cases and tasks within a fast-paced environment.
• Self-motivated with a collaborative mindset.

Job Location:

• Poughkeepsie, NY
• Hybrid work model: 3 days in the office and 2 days remotely each week.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive health and dental insurance.
• Group term life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment coverage.
• Long-term disability insurance and optional additional life insurance.
• Flexible spending accounts and supplemental Aflac options.
• 401(k) retirement plan with firm contributions.
• Paid time off, including holidays and paid leave.
• Employee referral bonus program.

With an adept group of trial lawyers and offices located in New York, this law firm has a solid background in litigation. The firm has numerous case victories to its credit. An equal opportunity employer, the firm encourages diversity at the workplace, and the attorneys here actively participate in a wide range of legal events throughout the year.