Job Title:
Associate Counsel
Job Responsibilities:
- Researching laws and preparing legal briefs, opinions, and memoranda
- Rendering opinions on liability, damages, and value as requested by the Claims Department
- Preparing and handling pleadings, motions, and discovery, including depositions/examinations before trial and examinations under oath
- Defending by trial or dispositive hearing all matters assigned, as applicable
Education and Experience Information:
- 2 to 6+ years of experience in litigation, specifically in insurance defense and/or personal injury REQUIRED
- Juris Doctor degree REQUIRED
- Admission to the New York Bar REQUIRED
- Must be licensed in good standing to practice law in New York and meet and maintain licensing requirements, including mandatory Continuing Legal Education (CLE) requirements where applicable
Additional Requirements:
- Must be able to travel as required, including but not limited to attending trials, hearings, depositions, management meetings, and conferences
- Must be able to document files in a clear, concise, professional written manner to be understood by customers, clients, co-workers, and other employees of the organization
- Must be able to follow complex instructions, resolve conflicts or facilitate conflict resolution, and have strong organization/priority setting and multi-tasking skills
- Must be able to learn and apply large amounts of technical and procedural information
Preferred Qualifications:
- Civil litigation experience
- Insurance defense-related litigation experience
- Must be able to communicate in a professional manner in person, via tele,
The annual salary range is a general guideline. Multiple factors are taken into consideration to determine the final hourly rate/annual salary offered to the selected candidate. Factors include, but are not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the role, the selected candidate’s work experience, education and training, the work location, as well as market and business considerations.
Additional Information:
- The position is remote and involves handling matters in Suffolk County
- At this time, the company will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position
Benefits:
As an Associate, you’ll enjoy the Total Rewards Program to help secure your financial future and preserve your health and well-being, including:
- Premier Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance with no waiting period
- Paid Vacation, Sick, and Parental Leave
- 401(k) Plan
- Tuition Assistance
- Paid Training and Licensures
*Benefits may vary by location. Benefit eligibility requirements vary and may include length of service. Coverage begins on the date of hire. Must enroll in New Hire Benefits within 30 days of the date of hire for coverage to take effect.
