Insurance Defense Trial and Litigation Associate

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Job Overview

A law firm seeks an insurance defense trial and litigation associate with 3-6 years of experience to join their New York office. This role involves defending high exposure litigation nationwide, including personal injury, bodily injury, civil litigation, and property damage matters. The associate will engage in trials, trial monitoring, and client interactions.

Duties

• Manage a caseload of 25-30 matters.
• Take depositions and attend hearings and mediations.
• Draft and submit pleadings, discovery, motions, and briefs.
• Monitor trials and evaluate trial records for appeal errors.
• Conduct legal research using Westlaw/Lexis/Nexis.
• Review and analyze documents and materials for production.
• Develop arguments for appeals from briefs and trial transcripts.
• Evaluate insurance policies for potential coverage issues.
• Investigate claims and prepare case handling strategies.
• Report actively to insurance carrier clients and insureds.
• Prepare and participate in trial/mediation.

Requirements

• Admission to the New York and PA bar.
• Litigation experience.
• Experience taking depositions.
• Excellent academic credentials.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• Bar admission in New York and Pennsylvania.

Skills

• Exceptional legal writing and communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects.
• Problem-solving skills.

Benefits

• Hybrid work flexibility.
• Flexible paid time off.
• Referral rewards.
• Mentorship and career growth opportunities.
• Engaging culture with social events and community service initiatives.
• Inclusive parental leave.
• Global mobility program.
• Comprehensive health benefits.
• Robust disability coverage.

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
125 Park Avenue, 25th floor
New York
New York
United States 10017
Phone : (212) 232-0277
Fax : (213) 895-7306