What are the responsibilities and job description for the Litigation Attorney position at Smith, Sovik, Kendrick & Sugnet, P.C.?
SMITH SOVIK is a well-established litigation firm specializing in insurance defense and is seeking an experienced Litigation Attorney to join our growing practice in our main office in Syracuse, New York and satellite offices located in Buffalo, Fishkill, and Long Island, New York. This is a unique opportunity for a motivated attorney to grow professionally with immediate real-time courtroom experience and hands-on mentoring to develop as a competitive and highly effective trial attorney.
Responsibilities
• Manage a full caseload of insurance defense matters, including premises liability, motor vehicle, construction, property damage, and general liability claims
• Conduct all phases of litigation, including pleadings, discovery, depositions, motion practice, mediations, and trials
• Appear in state and local courts throughout NYS and the NYC metropolitan area and surrounding regions in coordination with our office located in Uniondale, NY
Qualifications
• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school
• Active New York State Bar admission in good standing
• 1 years of litigation experience, with a strong preference for insurance defense
• Demonstrated ability to manage cases independently and meet deadlines
• Strong written and oral advocacy skills
• A competitive mindset with a passion for advocacy
What We Offer
• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• Performance-based bonuses
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Supportive, collaborative firm culture from the firm’s main office located in Syracuse, NY