Insurance Defense - General Attorney / Product Liability Defense Attorney in Albany, NY

Law Firm

Albany, NY

Insurance Defense - General Attorney / Product Liability Defense Attorney in Albany, NY

Attorney

3-5 yrs required

No

Job Title: Attorney - General Liability Associate

Job Responsibilities:
- Taking and defending depositions as part of the pre-trial discovery process in civil litigation cases.
- Drafting and arguing dispositive motions, which are intended to dispose of all or part of a lawsuit without a trial.
- Preparing for arbitrations and mediations, which are alternative dispute resolution processes aimed at settling disputes outside of court.
- Preparing for trial in civil litigation cases, including developing case strategies and presenting evidence and arguments in court.
- Working within one or more areas of civil litigation, such as product liability, general liability, and/or insurance defense.
- Writing effectively and thinking strategically to develop strong legal arguments and case strategies.
- Collaborating with key client teams to deliver results for clients and the law firm.

Education and Experience:
- Candidates must be licensed to practice law in New York.
- The position requires 3-5 years of experience in civil litigation, particularly in taking and defending depositions, drafting and arguing dispositive motions, and preparing for arbitrations, mediations, and trial.
- Experience in areas such as product liability, general liability, and insurance defense is preferred.

Salary Information:
- The annualized salary range for this position is $75,000 to $165,000.
- Actual pay may be adjusted based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law.
- The position offers bonuses and a comprehensive benefits package, which includes health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and flexible spending options.

The Law Firm:
- The law firm emphasizes teamwork, mentoring, and career growth, providing associates with the resources and opportunities to engage in various stages of the litigation process.
- The firm values diversity and strives to create a collaborative and enjoyable culture that rewards leadership and promotes mutual respect and efficiency.
- As a national civil litigation firm, the law firm has offices across major metro markets in the ., offering strategic coverage for clients.
- The firm specializes in business and commercial disputes, employment and labor, insurance coverage, product liability, and more, serving clients in sectors such as construction, energy, transportation, manufacturing, retail, hospitality, and insurance.