Insurance Defense Associate Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an Insurance Defense Associate Attorney in Jericho, New York. This role offers the opportunity to engage with a variety of legal matters, including personal injury and property damage claims. The successful candidate will manage case files, conduct legal research, and develop strategic defenses to protect clients' interests.

Duties

• Manage a caseload of insurance defense matters, including personal injury, property damage, and liability claims from inception through resolution.
• Conduct thorough legal research using legal research tools to support case strategies.
• Draft and review legal documents such as pleadings, motions, discovery requests, settlement agreements, and correspondence.
• Develop and implement effective negotiation strategies to resolve disputes efficiently while safeguarding client interests.
• Attend depositions, mediations, hearings, and trial proceedings to advocate on behalf of clients.
• Collaborate with clients, experts, witnesses, and colleagues to gather evidence and build strong case defenses.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school with active bar admission in New York.
• Proven negotiation skills with a track record of effectively resolving disputes.
• Experience with legal administrative tasks including case management and document drafting.

Education

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

Certifications

• Active bar admission in New York.

Skills

• Strong case management and organizational skills.
• Excellent legal research and writing abilities.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

Benefits

• Not specified in the source.