Senior Professional Liability Attorney - Accounting Practice

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Senior Professional Liability Attorney for their Accounting Practice in White Plains, New York. This role offers a flexible, hybrid working arrangement and is open to candidates in any state where the firm has an office. The position is a key leadership opportunity for a seasoned attorney with expertise in defending accounting professionals and firms.

Duties

• Serve as lead counsel in litigation involving accounting malpractice and regulatory compliance matters.
• Advise clients on risk management, ethics, licensing, and partnership matters.
• Manage and grow client relationships with a strategic focus.
• Collaborate across practice groups to offer comprehensive legal solutions.
• Mentor junior attorneys and contribute to business development initiatives.
• Represent the firm externally through thought leadership and professional networks.

Requirements

• Admitted to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
• 10+ years of experience in litigating and advising on issues affecting accounting professionals.
• Experience representing accounting firms before regulatory bodies expected.
• Existing portable book of business, preferred.
• Ability to manage complex, multi-party litigation.
• National-level experience with class action and multistate matters preferred.

Education

• J.D. from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Admitted to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.

Skills

• Strong leadership and strategic planning abilities.
• Excellent client relationship management skills.
• Proven track record in business development.
• Effective collaboration across practice groups.

Benefits

• 401(k) retirement savings plan.
• Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• Generous PTO and competitive compensation.
• Hybrid work arrangement for work-life balance.
• Access to corporate discount programs and employee benefits.

The White Plains office of this national firm is known for defending against various forms of liability claims, as well as insurance and employment claims. Firm is on the rise and experienced a big increase in business last year to put it on the way to becoming one of the top-grossing firms in the country.