Attorney – Civil Litigation (Insurance Defense)

Attorney – Civil Litigation (Insurance Defense)

Kenney Shelton Liptak Nowak LLP – New York City, NY

Job description

Kenney Shelton Liptak Nowak LLP (“KSLN”) is a mid-sized New York-based law firm with offices throughout NYS. Our Civil Litigation Practice Group is expanding! We are seeking an ideal candidate who demonstrates outstanding interpersonal and leadership skills, a strong work ethic, and the ability to provide exceptional service to our clients. The successful candidate will be familiar with the courts in the five boroughs of NYC, have experience in drafting pleadings, conducting depositions, and interacting with clients. Strong research skills and a solid understanding of NY labor law are also essential, as the candidate will assist with our general defense practice. Building strong relationships with clients and contributing to the firm’s growth are important aspects of this position. If you have a book of business, we encourage you to bring it with you!

Salary $120,000-$150,000 to commensurate with experience (depending on experience level and book of business (if any)).

For confidential consideration, please submit a cover letter, resume, transcript, and writing sample.

Job Type: Full-time (4 days in the office and 1 remote)

Here are a few of the many things that make KSLN a great firm:

· Excellent benefits package including 401(k), dental insurance, flexible spending account, health insurance, health savings account, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, vision insurance, paid time off, and flexible work options

· Annual discretionary bonus

· All KSLN attorneys are eligible for partnership, and promotion is based on your ability to do great work and fit our culture, and not solely on business development

Requirements:

• Attorney: 3+ years
• Member of the NY bar in good standing
• 3+ years’ experience with New York Civil Practice
• Exceptional writing, research, and analytical skills
• Experience with written discovery, motion practice, drafting motions and pleadings, independently conducting depositions, and trial preparation
• 1+ years of broad-based litigation experience, preferably in insurance defense
• Excellent references

Equal Opportunity Employer:

KSLN provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristics protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $120,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year

Work Location: Hybrid remote in New York, NY 10004