Mid-Level Insurance Recovery Associate Attorney

Job Title: Mid-Level Insurance Recovery Associate Attorney

Job Overview:
A prominent law firm based in New York City is currently seeking a mid-level associate attorney with 3-5 years of experience in the field of insurance recovery. This position involves representing policyholders through various stages of the insurance recovery process, including policy analysis, claim presentation, and dispute resolution. The firm’s practice spans both domestic and international cases, involving litigation, mediation, and arbitration.

Duties:

• Analyze insurance policies and assess facts surrounding claims and losses.
• Advise clients on the presentation of insurance claims.
• Negotiate and mediate disputes with insurance providers.
• Represent clients in domestic and international lawsuits and arbitrations.
• Provide strategic counsel and legal advice to clients in the insurance recovery process.
• Draft legal documents, including motions, briefs, and settlement agreements.
• Work collaboratively with senior attorneys and clients to devise effective legal strategies.

Requirements:

• 3-5 years of experience in insurance recovery, litigation, or related legal practice.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to assess complex insurance policies.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and advocacy skills.
• Experience with mediation and arbitration procedures.
• Proven ability to manage multiple tasks and cases efficiently.
• Familiarity with both domestic and international insurance disputes.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Admission to the Bar in New York is required.

Skills:

• Expertise in insurance recovery and policyholder rights.
• Strong drafting and legal research capabilities.
• Ability to handle high-pressure situations and tight deadlines.
• Familiarity with various alternative dispute resolution processes.
• Excellent client management and interpersonal communication skills.
• Proficiency in legal research tools and software.

Job Location: New York City, NY

Benefits:

• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
• Health Savings Accounts (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA).
• Life insurance, short-term, and long-term disability coverage.
• Virtual health and telemedicine services.
• Paid family leave and paid sick time.
• Generous vacation time and personal time off.
• Transportation benefits and access to back-up child care services.
• College savings plan and pet insurance.
• Access to Lyra Health for mental health support.
• Excess liability insurance coverage.

Commitment, value, excellence, and professional development draw associates to this AmLaw100 firm. This firm has been ranked regionally and nationwide for its vast array of varied practice groups, particularly its corporate practice. Associates are drawn to the collaborative effort at this firm, describing their colleagues as ?patient and willing to teach.? Additionally, the efforts the firm makes to develop careers is appealing to attorneys at this firm. The firm puts emphasis on its diversity, as well as its pro bono requirement hours. Compensation at this firm is competitive with peer firms in the region.