Auto and General Liability Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an experienced Auto and General Liability Attorney to join their team in the New York area. This role offers flexibility in office location and a hybrid work-from-home schedule.

Duties

• Oversee day-to-day case management with full litigation responsibilities.
• Draft and argue motions, attend court conferences, and conduct depositions.
• Prepare discovery responses and coordinate medical examinations.
• Communicate directly with clients and carriers on case strategy and updates.
• Collaborate with a supportive team while maintaining autonomy over files.
• Contribute to cases involving premises liability and general negligence.

Requirements

• Admission to the New York Bar is required.
• 1-5 years of relevant defense litigation experience.
• Strong background in liability, property damage, and uninsured/underinsured litigation.
• Extensive deposition experience.
• Ability to manage a caseload independently with guidance from team leaders.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• Admission to the New York Bar.

Skills

• Strong litigation and case management skills.
• Excellent communication and client service abilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively and independently.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Family Medical Leave (FMLA) and Paid Family Leave (PFL).
• Domestic Partner Benefits (Same Sex).
• Short and Long-term Disability.
• Firm-paid Life Insurance.
• Employee Paid Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance.
• Voluntary Life Insurance.
• Pre-tax Parking and Transit Programs - Commuter Benefits.
• Pre-tax Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA and HRA).
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Matching Program.
• 12 paid holidays per year.
• 3 weeks of PTO per year to start.
• Bereavement Policy.
• Jury Duty.

This law firm began over a decade ago to represent insurance clients. Their areas of practice include general liability, construction, automobile, subrogation, transportation, insurance coverage, products liability, and toxic tort. Their offices are located in New York, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania.