Insurance Defense Associate Attorney

A law firm in White Plains, NY, is seeking an Insurance Defense Associate Attorney with 1-3 years of experience in general liability defense litigation. The ideal candidate will manage a caseload from inception to resolution under the oversight of partners while gaining valuable litigation experience.

Duties:

• Manage a caseload of general liability defense matters, including construction accidents, property damage, and premises liability cases.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys to develop legal strategies and enhance litigation skills.
• Conduct legal research and analysis to support case strategy and motions.
• Draft and review legal documents, including motions, pleadings, and discovery responses.
• Conduct and defend depositions of parties, witnesses, and experts.
• Attend hearings, inspections, mediations, and settlement negotiations.
• Assist with trial preparation, including witness preparation, exhibit management, and drafting trial briefs.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• 1-3 years of experience in general liability defense litigation.
• Experience in construction liability, labor law, and premises liability cases.
• Specific experience with construction accidents, property damage, and premises liability.
• Strong research, writing, and deposition skills.
• Experience with not-for-profits and/or Child Victim Act cases is a plus.
• Must be admitted to the New York State Bar.

Preferred Skills:

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate with a team.
• Strong trial preparation skills, including deposition experience.
• Familiarity with construction liability and labor law.

Certifications:

• Admission to the New York State Bar is required.

A full-service law firm with offices in White Plains and New York City, NY, it specializes in insurance defense, commercial and business litigation, construction, business and corporate matters, real estate and financing transactions, and employment law. Many of the firm's attorneys have consistently featured in the New York Metro Super Lawyers list and the New York Metro Rising Stars list.