Litigation Partner

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an experienced Litigation Partner with over 10 years of experience to lead and expand the insurance defense and coverage practice in Syracuse, NY. The role involves managing complex litigation matters and providing strategic guidance to clients.

Duties

• Lead and expand the insurance defense and coverage practice in the Syracuse office.
• Handle all phases of litigation, including case evaluation, discovery, and trial preparation.
• Represent insurers and insureds in complex insurance defense matters and coverage disputes.
• Appear in court, take and defend depositions, and participate in mediations and arbitrations.
• Provide strategic guidance on risk assessment and litigation strategy.
• Independently manage a diverse litigation caseload.
• Mentor and supervise associates in the Syracuse office.
• Collaborate with leadership on strategic planning and practice growth.
• Stay current on developments in insurance law and litigation strategy.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admitted to the New York State Bar.
• 10+ years of litigation experience, with a focus on insurance defense and coverage.
• Ability to independently manage complex litigation matters.
• Leadership experience or ability to build and guide a practice team preferred.
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in legal research tools and technology.

Education

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

Certifications

• Admitted to the New York State Bar.

Skills

• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in legal research tools and technology.

Benefits

• Strong institutional backing for practice growth initiatives.
• Leadership opportunity within a growing Syracuse office.
• Collaboration with seasoned attorneys in various practice areas.
• Professional development opportunities and in-house CLEs.
• Firm-paid bar association membership dues.
• Engaging and inclusive work environment.
• Opportunity to work on diverse and challenging cases.
• Access to cutting-edge legal resources and technology.