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 company 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, using 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 preparation, management, and assistance at every stage.
• Client advisory and relationship management: Provide clear, reasoned legal opinions and strategic advice to Claims Representatives and insured clients. 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 and perform successfully in remote work settings.
• Risk evaluation and case resolution facilitation: Identify and evaluate legal risks and collaborate on strategies to mitigate those risks. Work with clients and senior counsel to facilitate effective resolutions.
• Documentation accuracy and compliance: Ensure 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.
• Organizational improvement: Participate in initiatives to improve efficiency, effectiveness, and best practices within Staff Legal and Global Legal & Compliance organizations.
• Ethical compliance adherence: Uphold legal ethics and compliance standards by following legal regulations and licensing requirements and promoting integrity within the legal team.

Qualifications

• Education: Juris Doctor (JD) or LLB degree 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.
• Knowledge base: General knowledge of insurance law, and as necessary, workers’ compensation and/or No Fault law.
• Technical skills: Proficiency in e-discovery, case management systems, and basic legal analysis tools.
• Legal skills: Strong analytical, research, and legal writing skills.
• Negotiation skills: Basic knowledge of negotiation techniques including preparation, active listening, and problem-solving.
• Case management: Demonstrated ability to manage cases from start to finish under supervision.
• Communication: Effective communication and persuasion skills, both written and oral.
• Collaboration: Ability to collaborate with clients, claims professionals, and senior attorneys.
• Organization: Organized and process-oriented with strong time management skills.

Compensation & Benefits

• Starting pay: The typical starting salary range is determined by skills, experience, education, certifications, and location.
• Full salary range: Reflects the competitive labor market value across the national market and provides an opportunity to progress as employees grow and develop within the role.
• Other compensation (if applicable): Some roles may have a compensation plan that includes commission and/or bonus earnings at rates that vary based on multiple factors set forth in the compensation plan.
• Benefits (eligible): Performance bonuses, 20 days of flexible time off each year, personal holidays, and a 401(k) plan with matching contributions.

Location

Primarily remote in the state of New York, except for required appearances.