Experienced Trial Attorney - High-Stakes NY Litigation

Greater New York Insurance Companies; New York (NY); On-site; USD 75,000 - 188,000; Full time

Job summary

Greater New York Insurance Companies seeks a Trial Attorney to defend insureds in New York Metropolitan area litigation, handling matters from inception through verdict or settlement.

The role requires a NY Bar admission, 5–12 years of negligence litigation experience (including Labor Law), and recent jury-trial experience on multimillion-dollar cases. Travel to court appearances in the NY metro area is required.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor and admitted to the NY State Bar required.
• 5-12 years of experience in general negligence litigation, including Labor Law.
• Must have recent jury trial experience litigating multimillion dollar cases to verdict.
• Ability to handle litigation cases without oversight.
• Knowledge of Microsoft 365 required.
• Legal case management programs required, Neos preferred.

Responsibilities

• Attend depositions, court conferences and trials.
• Manage pleadings and documentary discovery.
• Evaluate liability and damages and report to carrier.
• Conduct legal research and motions.
• Participates in special projects and performs additional duties as required.

Skills

Excellent oral and writing skills

Excellent research ability

Strong verbal and writtencommunication

Teamwork

Strong organizational skills

Multitasking and prioritization

Analytical skills

Education

Juris Doctor and admitted to the NY State Bar

Tools

Microsoft 365

Neos (legal case management)

Job description

Greater New York Insurance Companies seeks a Trial Attorney to defend insureds in New York Metropolitan area litigation, handling matters from inception through verdict or settlement.

The role requires a NY Bar admission, 5–12 years of negligence litigation experience (including Labor Law), and recent jury-trial experience on multimillion-dollar cases. Travel to court appearances in the NY metro area is required.