Insurance Defense - General Attorney in New York City, NY

In-House

New York City, NY

Insurance Defense - General Attorney in New York City, NY

Attorney

3-4 yrs required

No

Job Title:
Trial Attorney- NYC/Long Island (Remote Home-Based Worker)

Job Responsibilities:
The Senior Consultant II is responsible for representing insureds and the company in the defense of bodily injury and property damage lawsuits, subrogation, and financial cases. This role involves preparing for and conducting various legal proceedings such as hearings, trials, arbitrations, mediations, and depositions. Key responsibilities include:

- Preparing for and conducting settlements and dispositive proceedings, including mediations and arbitrations.
- Preparing for and conducting court appearances, such as matter management conferences, hearings, and status conferences.
- Investigating and pursuing subrogation litigation when appropriate.
- Preparing for, trying, and arbitrating cases, and preparing motions in limine and summary documents.
- Reviewing new file assignments, documentary evidence, approving initial pleadings, propounding discovery, and developing legal strategy.
- Preparing witnesses and clients for depositions, arbitrations, mediations, and trials, including expert witnesses.
- Contacting clients to discuss their cases and answer any questions.
- Conducting depositions and examinations under oath and preparing summary documents.
- Keeping claim business partners updated on status through initial client contact, litigation plans, recurring contacts, strategy conferences, and pre-trial updates.

Education:
- A 4-year Bachelor's Degree is required.
- A Juris Doctor degree is required.

Experience:
- A minimum of 3 years of experience is preferred.

Supervisory Responsibilities:
- This job does not have supervisory duties.

Compensation:
The compensation for this role is offered in the range of $66, to $120, annually, based on experience and qualifications.

Additional Information:
Candidates offered this position will be required to undergo a background investigation. The company generally does not sponsor individuals for employment-based visas for this position.