General Liability Attorney — High-Stakes NY Defense

Miller, Leiby & Associates, P.C.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Employee discounts

Health insurance

Paid time off

Competitive salary

Profit sharing

Job summary

Miller, Leiby & Associates, P.C. in New York, NY is seeking a skilled General Liability Attorney to join our team. This role handles complex, high-stakes liability matters and provides strategic litigation guidance to clients.

You will manage a full caseload from inception to resolution, conduct research, draft pleadings and briefs, and represent clients at depositions, hearings, and court appearances. A JD and NY Bar admission are required, with 2+ years in general liability/insurance defense.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school is required.
• Active New York State Bar admission in good standing.
• 2+ years of experience in general liability/insurance defense.
• Strong knowledge of New York civil procedure and tort law.
• Excellent written and oral advocacy skills.
• Ability to manage a high-volume caseload independently and meet deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal skills with a client-focused approach.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of general liability matters from inception through resolution, including trial.
• Conduct legal research, draft pleadings, motions, and briefs.
• Represent clients in depositions, hearings, mediations, and court appearances.
• Develop and execute litigation strategies in coordination with senior attorneys and clients.
• Communicate regularly with clients, adjusters, and opposing counsel.
• Analyze evidence, review discovery materials, and prepare case evaluations and reports.
• Negotiate settlements and manage case resolutions efficiently.

Skills

Legal research

Draft pleadings

Oral advocacy

Deposition experience

Litigation strategy

Client communication

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school

Job description

Miller, Leiby & Associates, P.C. in New York, NY is seeking a skilled General Liability Attorney to join our team. This role handles complex, high-stakes liability matters and provides strategic litigation guidance to clients.

You will manage a full caseload from inception to resolution, conduct research, draft pleadings and briefs, and represent clients at depositions, hearings, and court appearances. A JD and NY Bar admission are required, with 2+ years in general liability/insurance defense.