Senior Trial Counsel Insurance Defense

Overview

A remote opportunity is available for a Senior Trial Counsel to litigate cases primarily in Queens, Nassau, and Suffolk Counties. This role is suited for an experienced attorney with significant trial and litigation experience in Labor Law/construction site accidents, Premises Liability, Products Liability, as well as Commercial and Personal Automobile accidents. The Senior Trial Counsel will independently manage cases from inception through trial, aiming to achieve the best possible outcomes in pending litigation.

Responsibilities

• Analyze complex legal and factual issues, conduct thorough legal research, and independently develop and present defense strategies.
• Prepare complex pleadings, written discovery, depositions, motions, and briefs without supervision.
• Demonstrate expertise across personal and commercial lines including Motor Vehicle, Premises, Labor Law, and Products Liability.
• Provide timely and effective communication, legal advice, and services to clients and claims teams.
• Prepare and present witnesses and evidence at trials, judicial and administrative hearings, arbitrations, and alternative dispute resolutions.
• Utilize trial experience and litigation skills to negotiate favorable settlements.
• Comply with Litigation Management Guidelines.
• Ensure prompt, efficient, and effective disposition of assigned cases.
• Establish and maintain professional relationships with the Court, Bar, internal teams, and external business partners.
• Exhibit strategic thinking, operational excellence, and positive leadership.
• Use Generative Artificial Intelligence tools to support decision-making and recommendations.
• Provide legal opinions to managing attorneys, clients, and claims professionals.
• Mentor and coach staff members.

Requirements

• Juris Doctorate (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Licensed and in good standing to practice law in New York State.
• Knowledge of New York Supreme Courts.
• Minimum of 15 years of significant, relevant trial experience in insurance defense.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient computer and technological skills.
• Self-motivated with a commitment to high standards and continuous improvement.
• Agile, growth mindset with willingness to learn and develop.
• Demonstrated expense discipline.
• Integrity and ability to build trust with clients, claims professionals, attorney colleagues, and support teams.
• Ability to travel and handle cases in Westchester and Rockland Counties is a plus.
• Admission to practice in Federal Courts is a plus.

Compensation & Benefits

• Annual base pay range: $138,800 - $208,200.
• Actual base pay may vary based on performance, proficiency, and competencies.
• Total compensation package may include short-term or annual bonuses, long-term incentives, and recognition programs.

Location

• Remote position with case litigation primarily in Queens, Nassau, and Suffolk Counties, New York.
• Occasional travel to Westchester and Rockland Counties may be required.