Insurance Coverage Litigation Associate — NYC, High-Impact Cases

Lerner, Arnold & Winston, LLP; New York (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health benefits

401(k) with matching

Paid time off

Life insurance

Professional development assistance

Job summary

A premier law firm in New York City is seeking a Litigation Associate to join its First Party Insurance/Property Damage group. The ideal candidate will have 2-7+ years of relevant legal experience, strong legal research and courtroom skills, and a JD from an accredited law school. This position offers a competitive salary ranging from $120,000 to $160,000, with bonuses and comprehensive benefits, including health insurance and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• 2-7+ years in insurance coverage and/or general liability litigation.
• Construction, property damage, or personal injury experience is a plus.
• Admitted to the New York Bar (New Jersey admission a plus).

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with senior attorneys to represent clients in complex insurance coverage disputes.
• Conduct in-depth legal research and craft strategic arguments.
• Draft legal documents and manage client communications.
• Represent clients in court hearings and trials.
• Drive settlement negotiations and manage multiple cases.

Skills

Strong legal research

Courtroom skills

Depositions

Motion arguments

Education

JD from an accredited law school

Job description

A premier law firm in New York City is seeking a Litigation Associate to join its First Party Insurance/Property Damage group. The ideal candidate will have 2-7+ years of relevant legal experience, strong legal research and courtroom skills, and a JD from an accredited law school. This position offers a competitive salary ranging from $120,000 to $160,000, with bonuses and comprehensive benefits, including health insurance and a 401(k) plan.