Attorney - Insurance Defense - $220K - Fully Remote

We Are Legal Revolution; New York (NY); Remote; USD 180,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Elite partnership potential

Fully flexible remote setup

Performance-tied incentives

Competitive compensation package

Job summary

A leading insurance litigation firm is seeking a Senior Insurance Defense Attorney based in New York. This fully remote role offers the opportunity to lead complex first-chair trials and mentor junior staff. The ideal candidate has significant litigation experience and excellent client advisory skills. With a competitive salary of up to $220K, this position is ideal for attorneys looking for flexible working arrangements and professional growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of experience in insurance defense litigation.
• Proven track record in leading first-chair trials.
• Strong understanding of liability suits related to construction and auto claims.

Responsibilities

• Lead first-chair trials in complex liability suits.
• Oversee end-to-end litigation in construction and auto claims.
• Guide associates on tactical motions and deposition strategies.
• Provide counsel on risk mitigation and policy disputes.
• Expand practice through deposition and court networking.

Skills

Veteran NY/NJ litigation experience

Trial advocacy

Client advisory skills

Ability to mentor junior staff

Business development networking

Job description

Senior Insurance Defense Attorney | Manhattan, NY (Fully Remote) | $220K

Command top‑tier defenses at a distinguished Manhattan insurance litigation firm renowned for its aggressive advocacy in protecting insurers from catastrophic losses, with a track record of securing dismissals in 85% of motions across diverse practice areas. Ideal for veteran NY/NJ litigators, this senior role offers complete remote freedom alongside the option for office collaboration, in a firm that is scaling aggressively to handle a 40% caseload surge—delivering the thrill of first‑chair trials without the constraints of rigid hierarchies.

Why You Should Join

• Elite partnership potential – Clear track to equity for nationwide experts, with 60% of seniors advancing based on trial prowess and client impact in under seven years.
• Fully flexible remote setup – Total schedule control with no office requirements, as 95% of attorneys balance high‑stakes court appearances and personal commitments seamlessly.
• Growth‑fueled senior roles – Expand the firm’s roster, providing leadership in mentoring and case oversight amid a booming NY defense market.
• Performance‑tied incentives – Exceed 2,200 billables in a defense‑standard framework, earning escalating monthly rewards that amplify income by 20‑25% for elite billers.
• Competitive compensation package – Secure $220K base, augmented by billing‑linked bonuses ($1,000/month at threshold, up to $1,500 for overachievers) and year‑end discretionaries reaching $18K, pushing total rewards into the top decile for seniors.

Responsibilities

• Lead first‑chair trials – Helm jury and bench proceedings in complex liability suits, driving verdicts for carriers.
• Strategize high‑exposure defenses – Oversee end‑to‑end litigation in construction and auto claims, coordinating experts and settlements.
• Mentor junior staff – Guide associates on tactical motions and deposition strategies, fostering team excellence.
• Client advisory – Provide sophisticated counsel on risk mitigation and policy disputes to long‑term insurer partners.
• Business development – Expand practice through deposition and court networking, securing premium assignments.

Apply Now

• Email resumes to [e-mail]
• Book a confidential chat: https://calendly.com/michanne-vanzyl-wearerevolution/candidate-recruiting-call-duplicate

Seniority level

Associate

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Legal

Industries

Law Practice

Base pay range

$180,000 – $220,000 per year