Associate Attorney – Insurance Defense

Insurance Defense Associate Attorney: Elmsford, NY

Associate Attorney – Insurance Defense

Job Description:
A motivated and proactive associate attorney with at least three years of insurance defense experience in New York State is sought to join a busy litigation practice. This role involves making in-person court appearances in the New York City metropolitan area, handling depositions, and providing regular reports to claims representatives. Depending on interest, the position may also include municipal liability/Section 1983 matters and insurance coverage analysis.

Key Responsibilities:

• Represent clients in state and federal courts throughout New York City, Long Island, Westchester, and Rockland.
• Manage and litigate automobile and premises liability cases from inception through trial and appeal.
• Conduct discovery, motion practice, settlement negotiations, trial preparation, and appellate arguments.
• Take and defend depositions.
• Provide timely and detailed reporting to clients and insurance carriers.
• Accurately record and maintain billable hours.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of three years practicing insurance defense in New York State.
• Admission to the New York State Bar.
• Admission to the federal bar preferred but not required.
• Strong litigation skills, including depositions, motion practice, and court appearances.
• Ability to make regular in-person appearances in New York City metropolitan area courts.

Benefits & Work Environment:

• Hybrid schedule available: two days in-office and three days remote or in court.
• Bonus opportunities tied to billable-hour plateaus.
• 401(k) plan with employer contributions.
• Health insurance with employer contribution.
• Pre-tax flexible spending and commuter benefits.
• Paid vacation and ten paid holidays.
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
• Opportunities for professional growth, including trial and appellate experience, as well as work on complex municipal liability and constitutional tort matters.
• Collaborative, supportive environment that values work-life balance and creative approaches to litigation.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $120,000.00 - $160,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person