Senior Insurance Defense Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a highly experienced attorney in East Hanover, NJ, with over 10 years of litigation experience to manage a diverse New York bodily injury and personal injury defense caseload from inception through resolution.

Duties

• Manage New York bodily injury and personal injury defense matters through all phases of litigation.
• First chair jury trials as needed.
• Conduct case investigations and liability assessments.
• Prepare and respond to written discovery.
• Take and defend depositions, including parties, witnesses, and experts.
• Draft, argue, and respond to substantive motions.
• Handle court appearances, conferences, mediations, and arbitrations.
• Provide strategic analysis and regular reporting to insurance carriers, self-insured entities, and third-party administrators.
• Negotiate settlements and oversee matters through trial preparation and resolution.
• Maintain direct client relationships and serve as a trusted advisor throughout the litigation process.

Requirements

• Admission to the New York Bar required.
• Minimum 10 years of insurance defense litigation experience.
• Demonstrated experience handling New York automobile and premises liability matters.
• Significant first chair jury trials of personal injury cases (defense preferable).
• Strong deposition, motion practice, negotiation, and courtroom skills.
• Ability to independently manage a full caseload with minimal supervision.
• New Jersey admission preferred but not required.
• Portable business is not required but will be considered.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• Admission to the New York Bar.

Skills

• Expertise in tort law.
• Strong litigation and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work autonomously and maintain exceptional client service.

Benefits

• 401(k).
• Health insurance.
• Paid time off.
• Flexible spending account.
• Flexible scheduling.
• Remote, hybrid, or in-office work arrangements available.

Founded in 1989, this insurance defense litigation firm combines large-firm expertise with small-firm responsiveness to clients' needs. The firm has achieved outstanding results through effective teamwork, management, and customized service. Conscious of defense costs, the highly experienced attorneys develop a strategy with an accurate litigation budget that avoids unnecessary court appearances.