Insurance Defense Attorney

A law firm seeks a skilled and dedicated Insurance Defense Attorney to join its New York-based team. This is a full-time position with an opportunity to handle a variety of cases across the five boroughs, from initial case intake through discovery to resolution, including trial. The ideal candidate will have experience in insurance defense matters and be comfortable representing clients in court.

Duties

• Manage insurance defense cases from inception to resolution, including handling trial preparation and conducting trials to verdict.
• Represent clients in various court proceedings, depositions, and other legal actions.
• Draft legal documents, such as motions, pleadings, and discovery responses.
• Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, and other legal professionals.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys and team members on case strategies and client communications.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant legal regulations and statutes in the defense process.

Requirements

• Active New York State Bar license (required).
• Experience in handling insurance defense matters, with actual trial experience to verdict (required).
• Strong work ethic, attention to detail, and the ability to independently manage a caseload.
• Excellent communication and legal writing skills.
• Ability to work well both independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• New Jersey Bar admission is a plus.
• Ability to travel for court appearances and legal proceedings as required.

Education

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Licensed to practice law in New York State (required).
• New Jersey Bar membership (preferred).

Skills

• Strong litigation skills, with the ability to represent clients effectively in court.
• Proficiency in legal research and drafting.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple cases simultaneously.
• Ability to think strategically and develop effective case strategies.
• Strong interpersonal skills to maintain positive relationships with clients and colleagues.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Long-term disability coverage.
• Firm-paid life insurance.
• 401(k) plan with matching and profit sharing.
• Generous paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays.
• Additional perks include free flu shots, mid-week bagels, pizza, company outings, and more!

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced attorney looking to take on challenging cases in a supportive, professional environment.

Established in the last quarter of the twentieth century, this prestigious law firm has offices in the states of New Jersey and New York and is comprised of a sizable team of highly skilled attorneys. Some of the firm's key areas of practice are appellate law, construction law, environmental litigation, insurance law, real estate transactions, and zoning & land use law. Community service efforts are encouraged at the firm.