Role Description
As a Senior Associate in Insurance Defense Litigation, you will:
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Lead complex insurance defense files independently from pleadings through trial
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Argue motions, conduct depositions, appear in court, and handle mediations and arbitrations
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Maintain clear and proactive communication with carriers and claims professionals
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Track billable hours accurately and meet invoicing expectations
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Mentor junior associates and paralegals on case strategy and professional standards
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Collaborate with partners on high-stakes or novel matters
Qualifications
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NY-barred litigator with 5 to 8 years of insurance defense experience
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JD from an accredited law school
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Comfortable managing a high-volume caseload with minimal oversight
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Trial experience required; second-chair trial experience considered
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Proficient in drafting pleadings, motions, discovery, and court filings
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Experience at mediation, arbitration, and settlement conferences
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Lives within commutable distance to New York courts
Requirements
To thrive in this role, you should be:
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A self-starter who does not need to be managed
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Someone who takes pride in the quality of your work product
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Comfortable being the person junior attorneys lean on
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Looking for a firm where your contribution is visible and your growth is real
Benefits
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$200,000 to $225,000 base salary
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Medical, dental, and vision insurance
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401(k) with matching
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Life and disability insurance
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Paid time off
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Parental leave
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Employee assistance program