Senior Staff Attorney

Overview

A remote opportunity is available for a Senior Staff Attorney to litigate cases throughout the New York City area. This role is suited for an attorney with experience in premises actions, motor-vehicle accidents, property damage claims, and No-Fault claims who seeks to work collaboratively with other experienced litigators. The Senior Staff Attorney will independently manage cases and report to the Staff Legal Managing Attorney and the Assistant Managing Attorney.

Responsibilities

• Independently handle lawsuits involving premises actions, motor-vehicle accidents, property damage claims, and No-Fault claims.
• Prepare pleadings, written discovery, reports, motions, and briefs supporting defense strategies without supervision.
• Prepare and present witnesses and evidence at depositions, trials, judicial and administrative hearings, arbitrations, and alternative dispute resolutions.
• Research, draft, file, and argue appellate briefs in reviewing courts.
• Conduct legal research and develop defense strategies independently.
• Analyze substantive and procedural legal and factual issues.
• Provide timely communications, legal advice, and services to clients and claims customers in a technology-driven environment.
• Communicate with courts, witnesses, opposing counsel, and co-counsel following established office procedures.
• Ensure prompt, efficient, and effective disposition of assigned cases.
• Attend continuing legal education seminars to maintain professional expertise.

Requirements

• Minimum of five (5) years of legal litigation experience.
• Juris Doctorate (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Licensed to practice law in New York State.
• Knowledge of New York Supreme and Civil courts.
• Member in good standing of the New York State Bar.
• Federal admission in the Southern and Eastern Districts of New York is a plus.
• Strong legal research and writing skills.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize duties and manage time effectively.
• Strong communication, computer, and technological skills, with the ability to quickly learn new software.

Compensation & Benefits

• Annualized base pay range: $132,400 - $198,600.
• Actual base pay may vary based on performance, proficiency, and demonstration of required competencies.
• Compensation package may include short-term or annual bonuses, long-term incentives, and recognition programs.

Equal Opportunity

The employer is an equal opportunity organization and does not discriminate based on sex, race, color, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, or age.