Associate Staff Attorney

Overview

This role is primarily remote in the state of New York, except for required appearances.

The organization is seeking an Associate Attorney to represent the organization and its policyholders in routine civil litigation and workers’ compensation matters involving moderately complex legal issues and claims for monetary damages or compensation related to personal injury or property damage.

Under moderate supervision, you will manage cases from inception through resolution, applying legal knowledge, research skills, and client relationship capabilities in a collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Litigation execution: Manage all phases of litigation, including discovery, hearings, trials, mediations, and drafting legal documents such as pleadings and motions. Support Senior Trial Counsel and Senior Litigation Counsel through trial, including preparation, management, and assistance at every stage.
• Client advisory and relationship management: Provide clear and reasoned legal opinions and strategic advice to Claims Representatives and insured clients. Develop and maintain strong client relationships through transparent and effective communication.
• Technology utilization: Use e-discovery and case management technologies to streamline legal processes, improve efficiency, and reduce operational costs. Coordinate effectively with remote team members.
• Risk evaluation and case resolution facilitation: Identify and evaluate legal risks; collaborate on strategies to mitigate risk with clients and senior counsel to facilitate effective resolutions.
• Documentation accuracy and compliance: Ensure all legal documents, pleadings, and motions are meticulously prepared, accurate, and compliant with applicable standards and client expectations.
• Timely client communication: Provide clear, consistent, and timely updates and recommendations to insured clients and claims professionals to maintain alignment with case objectives.
• Organizational improvement: Participate in initiatives to enhance efficiency, effectiveness, and best practices within Staff Legal and Global Legal & Compliance organizations.
• Ethical compliance adherence: Uphold the highest standards of legal ethics and compliance, follow legal regulations and licensing requirements, and promote integrity within the legal team.

Requirements

• Education: Juris Doctor (JD) or LLB from an accredited law school.
• Licensure: Admission to the bar in New York and in good standing; special licenses to practice before particular boards or federal courts may be required.
• Legal knowledge: General knowledge of insurance law, and as necessary, workers’ compensation and/or No Fault law.
• Technology: Proficiency in e-discovery, case management systems, and basic legal analysis tools.
• Skills:
  • Strong analytical, research, and legal writing skills.
  • Basic knowledge of negotiation techniques, including preparation, active listening, and problem-solving.
  • Ability to manage cases from start to finish under supervision.
  • Effective written and oral communication and persuasion skills.
  • Ability to collaborate with clients, claims professionals, and senior attorneys.
  • Organized, process-oriented approach with strong time management skills.

Compensation & Benefits

• The typical starting salary range for this role is determined by skills, experience, education, certifications, and location.
• The full salary range reflects the competitive labor market value for all employees in these positions across the national market.
• Some roles may include a corresponding compensation plan that may include commission and/or bonus earnings at rates that vary based on factors set forth in the compensation plan.
• Benefits include eligible performance bonuses, 20 days of flexible time off each year, personal holidays, and a 401(k) plan with matching contributions.

Location

New York, New York (primarily remote in the state of New York, except for required appearances).

Fair Chance Notices

• California
• Los Angeles Incorporated
• Los Angeles Unincorporated
• Philadelphia
• San Francisco