General Liability Attorney

gpac; Village of Mineola (NY); On-site; USD 150,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement savings plan

Medical, dental, vision, disability, &

Life insurance

Job summary

gpac in Mineola, NY seeks a skilled Mid-Level General Liability Attorney to join our litigation team. The ideal candidate will have NY bar admission, 4–8+ years defense experience in personal injury, general liability, catastrophic injury, or transportation, and the ability to take on substantive responsibility from day one.

This role offers hands-on litigation experience with high-profile national clients, collaboration with partners, and opportunities to manage cases through all stages,

Qualifications

• JD from an ABA accredited law school.
• Admitted to practice in New York.
• 4 to 8+ years of defense litigation experience, preferably in Personal Injury, General Liability, Catastrophic Injury, or Transportation.
• Exceptional communication, writing, and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to build strong client relationships and deliver outstanding service.
• Experience with client-facing responsibilities and managing complex matters is highly valued.
• Legal project management experience preferred.
• First chair trial experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Independently manage a diverse litigation caseload from inception through resolution.
• Work closely with partners and colleagues in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.
• Handle all aspects of litigation, including trial preparation, investigation, court appearances, mediations, and depositions.
• Provide timely case updates and strategic guidance to clients through regular reporting and direct communication.

Skills

Communication

Writing

Interpersonal skills

Client relationships

Team collaboration

Legal project management

Education

J.D. from ABA-accredited law school

Job description

We are seeking a skilled Mid-Level General Liability Attorney. The ideal candidate will have experience in general liability, personal injury, transportation, and/or catastrophic injury defense. This role offers meaningful hands-on litigation experience, exposure to high-profile national clients, and the ability to take on substantial responsibility from day one.

Key Responsibilities

• Independently manage a diverse litigation caseload from inception through resolution
• Work closely with partners and colleagues in a collaborative, team-oriented environment
• Handle all aspects of litigation, including trial preparation, investigation, court appearances, mediations, and depositions
• Provide timely case updates and strategic guidance to clients through regular reporting and direct communication

Qualifications

• JD from an ABA accredited law school
• Admitted to practice in New York
• 4 to 8+ years of defense litigation experience, preferably in Personal Injury, General Liability, Catastrophic Injury, or Transportation
• Exceptional communication, writing, and interpersonal skills
• Proven ability to build strong client relationships and deliver outstanding service
• Experience with client-facing responsibilities and managing complex matters is highly valued
• Ability to integrate into a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
• Legal project management experience preferred
• First chair trial experience a plus

Benefits

• 401(k) retirement savings plan, medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
• Onsite in Mineola, New York
• Salary: $150,000 - $220,000 (DOE)

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.