Insurance Defense Attorney

Based in New York, NY with offices across the region we are a TOP Ranked Litigation Firm! Our core values are centered around our people and our clients. We believe that putting your employees first is not only the right thing to do, but it also gives us the competitive edge to ensure our clients have an excellent experience! Over the years our reputation for providing our people with the very best has caught the eye of some reputable clients who have chosen to use us as their primary firm!

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Job Details:

We are seeking a dynamic, highly skilled Insurance Defense Attorney to join our firm. This is an exciting opportunity to work on complex litigation cases, primarily in the area of insurance defense. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in defense litigation, with a focus on insurance defense, business litigation, and professional liability. You will be part of a dedicated team of legal professionals who are committed to providing exceptional legal services to our clients.

Responsibilities:

• Act as lead counsel in insurance defense cases, including business litigation, professional liability, and products liability.
• Represent clients in federal court, utilizing your strong litigation skills to present compelling cases.
• Conduct comprehensive legal research to support case preparation and strategy development.
• Prepare and draft legal documents, such as pleadings, motions, and briefs.
• Provide expert advice on insurance defense cases, helping clients to navigate complex legal issues.
• Handle all aspects of the litigation process, from investigation, pleadings, and discovery to pre-trial, trial, settlement, and appeal.
• Conduct examinations under oath and depositions.
• Participate in mediation and settlement negotiations, advocating for the best interests of your clients.
• Stay abreast of current legislation, court decisions, and industry trends related to insurance defense and related areas of law.

Qualifications:

• Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school.
• Admitted to practice law in the state and in good standing.
• A minimum of 3 years of experience in insurance defense litigation, with a strong background in areas such as business litigation, professional liability, products liability, and federal court litigation.
• Experience in mediation and settlement negotiation.
• Familiarity with medical malpractice cases is a plus.
• Excellent legal research and writing skills.
• Strong negotiation and advocacy skills.
• Ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines.
• High level of professionalism and ethical standards.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with clients, opposing counsel, court personnel, and team members.