What are the responsibilities and job description for the Insurance Defense Attorney position at Ascendion?
We are working with a growing firm, looking for an Insurance Defense Attorney to join our team. Specifically, they are looking for someone who has 3 years of experience, with previous deposition, premises liability experience and auto experience.
Requirements:
- 3 years of experience
- 2 years of insurance defense experience
- Previous auto premises liability experience
- Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
- Admitted to practice law in New York
Responsibilities:
- Manage a caseload of insurance defense cases, from initial claim evaluation to final resolution.
- Conduct thorough legal and factual research, and develop effective defense strategies for clients.
- Draft various legal documents, such as pleadings, motions, discovery requests, and briefs to support defense strategies.
- Handle written discovery, take and defend depositions, and prepare witnesses for these proceedings
The annual salary for this position is between 140k-180k. Factors which may affect pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.
Full Benefits offered - Medical, Dental, etc. Flexible work schedule PTO Vacation time
Salary : $140,000 - $180,000