Auto and General Liability Attorney

BCG Attorney Search; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

EAP

FMLA & PFL

Domestic Partner Benefits

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Commuter Benefits

FSA/HRA

401k Match

Paid Holidays

PTO 3 weeks

Bereavement Leave

Jury Duty Leave

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search is seeking an experienced Auto and General Liability Attorney for the New York area in a hybrid work arrangement. The role requires 1–5 years of defense litigation experience and admission to the New York Bar.

Ideal candidates will have strong liability background, excellence in motion practice and deposition work, and the ability to manage cases independently with team support as needed.

Qualifications

• Admitted to the New York Bar.
• Admission in New Jersey, Connecticut, or Pennsylvania is a plus.
• 1–5 years of defense litigation experience.
• Background in liability, property damage, No-Fault, uninsured/underinsured cases.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day case management with full litigation responsibilities.
• Draft and argue motions, attend court conferences, and conduct depositions.
• Prepare discovery responses and coordinate medical examinations.
• Communicate with clients and carriers on case strategy and updates.
• Collaborate with a supportive team while maintaining autonomy over files.
• Contribute to premises liability and general negligence matters.

Skills

Litigation

Case Management

Client Communication

Research & Writing

Negotiation

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an experienced Auto and General Liability Attorney in the New York area. This role offers flexibility in office location and a hybrid work-from-home schedule.

Duties

• Oversee day-to-day case management with full litigation responsibilities.
• Draft and argue motions, attend court conferences, and conduct depositions.
• Prepare discovery responses and coordinate medical examinations.
• Communicate directly with clients and carriers on case strategy and updates.
• Collaborate with a supportive team while maintaining autonomy over your files.
• Contribute to cases involving premises liability and general negligence.

Requirements

• Admission to the New York Bar is required.
• Admission in New Jersey, Connecticut, or Pennsylvania is a plus.
• 1-5 years of relevant defense litigation experience.
• Strong background in liability and property damage, as well as uninsured and underinsured litigation and No-Fault.
• Extensive deposition experience.
• Ability to manage a caseload independently with guidance from team leaders.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• Admission to the New York Bar.

Skills

• Strong litigation and case management skills.
• Excellent communication and client service abilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively and independently.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Family Medical Leave (FMLA) and Paid Family Leave (PFL).
• Domestic Partner Benefits (Same Sex).
• Short and Long-term Disability.
• Firm-paid Life Insurance.
• Employee Paid Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance.
• Voluntary Life Insurance.
• Pre-tax Parking and Transit Programs - Commuter Benefits.
• Pre-tax Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA and HRA).
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Matching Program.
• 12 paid holidays per year.
• 3 weeks of PTO per year to start.
• Bereavement Policy and Jury Duty leave.