Attorney – General Liability / Insurance Defense

A well-established civil defense litigation firm is seeking Trial Attorneys and Insurance Defense Attorneys to join its growing litigation team. This opportunity is ideal for attorneys looking to handle sophisticated, high-exposure litigation while receiving direct mentorship, meaningful client interaction, and a clear path toward leadership.

The firm represents insurance carriers, businesses, and professionals in a broad range of complex defense matters and offers attorneys the opportunity to take ownership of their cases while working alongside experienced trial lawyers.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage litigation matters from inception through trial or resolution.
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, and legal memoranda.
• Conduct depositions, mediations, hearings, and trial preparation.
• Handle court appearances and develop litigation strategy.
• Collaborate with clients, experts, and litigation teams throughout the life of a case.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships.

Qualifications:

• Active New York Bar membership in good standing.
• 3 years of civil litigation or insurance defense experience.
• Trial experience is strongly preferred.
• Candidates without first-chair trial experience should possess significant motion practice or second-chair trial experience.

Salary and Other Compensation:

The annual salary for this position is between $150,000 – $250,000. Factors which may affect pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

Benefits: The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Four Weeks of Paid Time Off
• Hybrid work schedule with increased flexibility for experienced attorneys