Associate Attorney with 3-5 years of insurance defense experience

Recruiter

Elmsford, NY

Associate Attorney with 3-5 years of insurance defense experience

Attorney

2-10 yrs required

No

A law firm in Elmsford, NY is seeking an Associate Attorney with 3-5 years of experience in insurance defense work. The ideal candidate will have specific experience in auto insurance defense and trial experience is a plus.

Duties:

• Manage and handle insurance defense cases, focusing on auto insurance claims.
• Conduct legal research and draft legal documents, including motions, pleadings, and discovery requests.
• Represent clients in court appearances, depositions, mediations, and arbitrations.
• Develop and implement case strategies and prepare for trial.
• Review and analyze insurance policies and coverage issues related to auto claims.
• Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, and other parties involved in the cases.
• Provide legal advice and recommendations to clients regarding defense strategies and case management.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• 3-5 years of experience in insurance defense work, with specific experience in auto insurance defense.
• Trial experience is a plus but not required.
• Strong understanding of insurance policies and coverage issues.

Certifications:

• Admission to the New York Bar (required).

Skills:

• Proficiency in drafting legal documents and managing case files.
• Strong research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Effective communication skills for client interaction and court appearances.
• Ability to develop and implement case strategies.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Experience handling auto insurance defense cases.