Associate Attorney - General Liability - Insurance Defense

Chartwell Law; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Chartwell Law seeks an Associate attorney to manage a diverse caseload from inception through resolution, providing strategic counsel in court, arbitrations, and depositions.

The role requires exceptional research, drafting, and litigation skills, with the ability to collaborate closely with partners and clients in a fast-paced environment. A 1,950-hour annual billable target applies.

Qualifications

• J.D. from ABA-accredited law school is required.
• Active license to practice law in the state (required); additional bars a plus.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a practice group.

Responsibilities

• File review and legal analysis of claims and causes of action.
• Extensive legal research and drafting of briefs, memos, pleadings, and appellate briefs.
• Represent clients in court, at arbitrations and in depositions.
• Drafting and responding to discovery requests.
• Expert witness retention and collaboration.
• Trial preparation and attendance.
• Collaborate with partners, clients, and stakeholders to provide strategic advice.
• Manage deadlines and assignments with ownership and independence.
• Meet an annual billable amount of 1,950 hours.

Skills

Communication

Conflict management

Professionalism

Planning & priority setting

Education

J.D. from ABA-accredited law school

Job description

Description

The Associate attorney will manage a diverse caseload from inception through resolution, providing strategic legal counsel and representation in court, arbitrations, and depositions. This role requires exceptional research, drafting, and litigation skills, along with the ability to collaborate closely with partners and clients in a fast‑paced environment. The ideal candidate demonstrates independence, strong communication, and a commitment to meeting a 1,950‑hour annual billable requirement.

Job Type

Full‑time

Primary Job Duties

• File review and legal analysis of claims and causes of action
• Extensive legal research and drafting of substantial briefs, memos, pleadings, and appellate briefs
• Regularly representing clients in court, at arbitrations and in depositions
• Drafting and responding to discovery requests
• Expert witness retention and collaboration
• Trial preparation and attendance
• Collaborate closely with partners, clients, and stakeholders to deliver strategic and practical legal advice
• Manage deadlines and assignments with a high level of ownership and independence
• Annual billable amount of 1950 hours required

Key Competencies

• Communicating - Legal Professionals provide the information required by others in a concise, direct, and unambiguous way. They perceive how the message affects the receiver and strive to ensure that the receiver clearly understands the specifics and function of the message.
• Conflict Management - Legal Professionals address problems openly and objectively and bring substantial conflicts and disagreements into the open with the intention of resolving issues in an unemotional and constructive manner.
• Professionalism - Legal Professionals set high standards and serve as role models for work performance, ethical conduct, and respect for others. They consistently conduct themselves in a manner consistent with generally accepted moral principles and values and within the guidelines and best practices of their profession.
• Planning & Priority Setting - Legal Professionals identify priorities and develop detailed action plans that include objectives, accountabilities, time frames, standards, review stages, and contingencies.

This position may be designated as remote, hybrid, or fully in‑office, depending on the needs of the role, office location, and Firm requirements.

Requirements

• J.D. from an ABA‑accredited law school
• Active license to practice law in state posted (required); additional bar admissions a plus
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in practice group
• Excellent legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills
• Experience with administrative proceedings, depositions, and mediations
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
• Professional demeanor with strong client‑relations and communication skills
• Must be responsive and organized, with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks

Salary Description

$85,000 - $150,000