Senior Staff Attorney Insurance Defense

Overview

A leading organization in the Finance & Insurance sector is seeking a Senior Staff Attorney specializing in Insurance Defense. This role involves managing complex litigation cases and supporting financial strategy, forecasting, and performance management initiatives to enhance business visibility and decision-making. The position requires collaboration with executive leadership and cross-functional teams to improve planning processes, financial discipline, controls, and resource allocation within a regulated financial services environment.

Location

• Remote (U.S. based candidates only; no visa sponsorship available)

Compensation

• $132,400 – $198,600 annually

Responsibilities

• Manage complex and high-exposure litigation cases independently
• Analyze intricate legal issues and develop defense strategies
• Prepare complex pleadings, motions, and briefs with minimal supervision
• Communicate effectively and promptly with clients and claims partners in a technology-driven environment
• Maintain professional communication with courts and all involved parties
• Efficiently disposition assigned cases and present evidence at trials and hearings
• Research, draft, and argue appellate briefs on behalf of clients

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate (JD) from an accredited law school
• Licensed to practice law in New York State
• Knowledge of local court systems in Queens, Nassau, and Suffolk counties
• Member in good standing of the New York Bar Association
• Minimum of 7 years of insurance defense legal experience
• Proven expertise in first chair jury trials and appellate work
• Strong legal research and writing skills with high attention to detail
• Excellent organizational, prioritization, communication, and technology skills

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Admission to practice in federal courts
• Experience with legal research software such as Westlaw or LexisNexis
• Familiarity with case management systems like Clio or MyCase
• Proficiency with AI legal tools to enhance efficiency
• Experience using communication platforms such as Zoom and Microsoft Teams for remote collaboration
• Knowledge of litigation management software and digital filing systems

Benefits

• Fully remote work opportunity within the U.S.
• Engagement with high-stakes, complex litigation cases
• Access to advanced technology and AI tools to support legal work
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth
• Supportive work environment emphasizing effective legal communication

The employer is an equal opportunity organization and encourages applications from candidates who may not meet every qualification but bring valuable backgrounds and perspectives.