Sr Staff Attorney

Overview

This role is a remote opportunity with the option to work in the New York City office. The Senior Staff Attorney will litigate cases in the New York City area and independently handle assigned matters.

Responsibilities

• Independently handle lawsuits involving:
  • Motor-vehicle accidents
  • Premises liability
  • Labor Law/construction accidents
• Prepare pleadings, written discovery, motions, and briefs in support of defense strategies without supervision.
• Conduct legal research and independently develop and present defense strategies on behalf of clients.
• Analyze substantive and procedural legal and factual issues.
• Provide effective and timely communications, legal advice, and other services to Claims customers and clients on legal and factual issues in a technology-driven environment.
• Communicate with the court, witnesses, opposing counsel, and co-counsel in a manner consistent with established office procedures.
• Drive prompt, efficient, and effective disposition of assigned cases.
• Attend continuing legal education seminars to maintain a high level of professional expertise.

Requirements

• Minimum of seven (7) to ten (10) years of legal litigation experience.
• Juris Doctorate (JD) from an accredited law school.
• License to practice in New York State.
• Knowledge of New York Supreme and Civil courts.
• Member in good standing of the New York State Bar.
• Strong legal research and writing skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize responsibilities.
• Strong communication, computer, and technological skills, including the ability to quickly leverage new software.
• Positive-minded and collaborative team-player attitude.

Preferred Qualifications

• Federal admission in SDNY and EDNY.
• First Chair trial experience.

Compensation & Benefits

• Annualized base pay range: $132,400 - $198,600
• Base pay may vary based on performance, proficiency, and demonstration of competencies required for the role.
• Total compensation may include short-term or annual bonuses, long-term incentives, and on-the-spot recognition.
• A comprehensive benefits package is offered to promote total well-being for employees and their families.

Location

• New York City area (remote with option to work in the New York City office).

Remote Work Internet Requirements

For remote positions, the role requires:

• High-speed broadband cable internet service with minimum upload/download speeds of 3Mbps/30Mbps
• An internet provider-supplied device that is hardwired to the employer-issued router and/or computer