What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate Attorney – Casualty Defense Litigation position at Clausen Miller P.C.?
Clausen Miller P.C. is a nationally recognized insurance defense firm with decades of experience representing major insurers and self-insured clients across complex litigation matters. We’re growing our New York litigation team and looking for a motivated Associate Attorney to work closely with a Senior Partner on a dynamic caseload spanning casualty defense, premises liability, and automobile liability.
This is a hands-on role from day one — you’ll be taking depositions, making court appearances, and developing your litigation skills within a collaborative, well-resourced team.
What You’ll Do
- Draft and argue motions, pleadings, discovery demands, and responses
- Conduct and defend depositions
- Manage discovery, including interrogatories and document review
- Perform legal research and case analysis
- Appear in New York and New Jersey courts as needed
What We’re Looking For
- 3–5 years of litigation experience in casualty defense, premises liability, or automobile liability
- Active New York bar admission required; New Jersey bar admission required (or willingness to obtain within a reasonable timeframe)
- Strong written and oral advocacy skills
- Detail-oriented, self-starter comfortable working in a fast-paced litigation environment
Compensation & Benefits
- Salary: $105,000–$120,000, commensurate with experience
- Comprehensive health insurance
- 401(k)
- Life insurance
- CLE reimbursement and bar registration fees covered
- Hybrid schedule (in-office and remote flexibility)
Salary : $105,000 - $120,000