Insurance Defense Attorney - Hybrid/Remote

Goldberg Miller & Rubin; Carpinteria (CA); Remote; USD 130,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading regional insurance defense law firm seeks a Senior Litigation Attorney to join their New York team. The role offers significant responsibilities, including case management from start to finish, with a focus on civil litigation related to negligence and liability. Candidates should have at least 6 years of experience and strong skills in research, writing, and communication. The firm provides a comprehensive benefits package and competitive salary.

Benefits

401(k) with employer contribution

Paid time off

Flexible spending accounts

Health savings accounts

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Employer paid life insurance

Parental leave

Annual bonuses

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in civil litigation: automobile negligence or premises liability.
• Experience handling depositions, mediations, arbitrations, and other complex assignments.

Responsibilities

• Draft pleadings, correspondence, and other legal documents.
• Manage cases from inception to resolution, including court appearances.
• Research and analyze legal issues and conflicting opinions.

Skills

Research

Writing

Communication

Judgment

Organizational Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Job description

Goldberg, Miller & Rubin is a regional insurance defense law firm with offices in Manhattan, Philadelphia and North Jersey that has been successfully litigating cases for its clients for close to four decades. We are an aggressive and talented team of trial attorneys who are dedicated to getting the best results for our clients.

We are seeking a senior litigation attorney to join our New York Team.

As one of the region’s prominent civil law firms, we are recognized for our successful representation of individuals and companies facing liability relating to automotive and trucking negligence, medical malpractice, toxic torts, work related accidents, as well as various other forms of general liability. Since the firm’s inception, we have also worked with our clients in combating healthcare and insurance fraud throughout the region and have cemented ourselves as one of the region’s top firms in this arena.

Responsibilities

Our attorneys get REAL responsibilities from day one. Talented attorneys get full ownership of a case from inception to resolution meaning they are the point person for the day to day responsibilities and handle all aspects.

• Drafting of pleadings, correspondence, memoranda, and other documents.
• Record and disseminate all information on behalf of the clients.
• Summarize medical records and highlight important information.
• Write reports to clients summarizing the status of the case and the next steps that will be taken.
• Identify, research, and analyze legal issues and conflicting legal opinions.
• Take and defend depositions, handle arbitrations, and argue motions.
• Attend in-person and virtual court appearances.
• Provide legal representation of clients to protect their interests in defense of complex and high exposure litigation.
• Explain litigation to those unfamiliar with the process.
• Take charge of cases to move them toward cost effective, efficient, and fair resolutions.
• Juggle multiple assignments and/or deadlines while maintaining a professional demeanor.

Requirements

• 6+ years of experience in civil litigation: automobile negligence or premises liability.
• Experience handling depositions, mediations, arbitrations, and other complex assignments.
• Excellent research, writing, and communication skills.
• Exhibits good judgment and organizational skills.
• The ability to manage a large caseload and the day-to-day tasks involved within cases.
• A strong desire to learn and grow in their legal profession.
• Strong verbal and interpersonal skills in order to work effectively with senior attorneys, partners, staff, clients, opposing counsel, and the court system.
• Experience billing for your time.

We ask that candidates who meet the above criteria and are interested in the position, submit a cover letter, resume, and a writing sample.

Benefits

Our Firm offers a generous benefits package, which includes a 401(k) with employer contribution, paid time off, flexible spending and health savings accounts, medical, dental, and vision insurance, employer paid life insurance, voluntary insurances, parental leave, annual bonuses, and professional development assistance.

Pay

From $130k/yr