Global Insurance Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an associate with a minimum of 3-5 years of significant insurance defense litigation experience to join its New York City, NY office. The ideal candidate will have demonstrated familiarity with pretrial filings in complex litigation, construction, mass torts, personal injury claims, and products liability. Insurance coverage litigation experience is a plus. Candidates must be capable of working independently and collaboratively, have excellent academic credentials, and demonstrate strong writing and analytical skills. Admission to New York required.

Duties

• Handle insurance defense litigation cases.
• Prepare and file pretrial documents in complex litigation matters.
• Collaborate with team members on various legal projects.
• Provide legal analysis and strategic advice to clients.

Requirements

• 3-5 years of insurance defense litigation experience.
• Familiarity with complex litigation, construction, mass torts, personal injury, and products liability.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong writing and analytical skills.
• Admission to the New York Bar.

Education

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

Certifications

• Admission to practice law in New York.

Skills

• Excellent legal research and writing skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package.
• Opportunities for professional development.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.

This mid-sized firm has its roots in the insurance industry. It is that intimate knowledge of that particular industry that has given this firm the edge over its competitors. For associates, the work may be a bit limited in terms of diversity of subject matter, but this firm provides strong training and a good partnership track that has decidedly more predictability than the average New York law firm. We hear great things about the professionalism of the attorneys at this firm, who treat associates with respect and provide great opportunities for client contact and advancement within the firm.