Senior Staff Attorney

Overview

This role is a Senior Staff Attorney position with an in-house remote work arrangement. The position primarily litigates matters in Queens and Nassau Counties and reports to the Managing Attorney.

The role is ideal for an experienced attorney with meaningful Premises Liability litigation experience, as well as Commercial and Personal Motor Vehicle Accident cases. Responsibilities include independently managing cases from inception through trial and delivering effective outcomes in pending litigation.

Responsibilities

• Handle moderately complex and moderately high exposure litigation
• Analyze intricate substantive and procedural legal and factual issues; conduct extensive, well-reasoned legal research
• Independently develop and present defense strategies on behalf of a variety of clients
• Prepare pleadings, written discovery, depositions, motions, and briefs in support of defense strategies with minimal supervision
• Provide effective and timely communications, information, legal advice, and other services to clients and claims partners on legal and factual issues in a technology-driven environment
• Communicate respectfully with the Court, clients, claims partners, witnesses, opposing counsel, and co-counsel in a manner consistent with established office procedures and professional standards
• Ensure prompt, efficient, and effective disposition of assigned cases
• Independently prepare and present witnesses and evidence at trial, judicial and administrative hearings, and alternative dispute resolutions
• Provide opinions to the Managing Attorney, Assistant Managing Attorney, staff, clients, and claims customers
• Attend continuing legal education seminars to maintain a high level of professional expertise

Requirements

• Juris Doctorate (JD) from an accredited law school and licensed to practice in New York State required
• Admitted to practice in federal courts is a plus
• Knowledge of the area courts
• Member in good standing of the NYS Bar Association
• Minimum of 7 years insurance defense legal experience
• Strong legal research and writing skills
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize duties and time
• Strong communication, computer, and technological skills, including the ability to quickly leverage new A.I. tools
• Demonstrated expertise and familiarity in handling claim cases and litigation

Compensation & Benefits

• Annualized base pay range: $132,400 - $198,600
• Base pay may vary based on factors including performance, proficiency, and demonstrated competencies.
• Base pay is one component of the total compensation package. Other rewards may include short-term or annual bonuses, long-term incentives, and on-the-spot recognition.

Location

Remote role with primary litigation matters in Queens and Nassau Counties.