Insurance Defense Attorney – Transportation Litigation

Orionplacement; New York (NY); On-site; USD 125,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

Confidential Employer in Brooklyn, NY is seeking an Insurance Defense Associate Attorney to join our Transportation Litigation team. This role focuses on defending insurance defense and transportation matters from inception to resolution and offers courtroom advocacy opportunities.

Candidates must be licensed in New York, with 3+ years of civil litigation experience, including depositions, motions, and court appearances.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
• Active New York bar license required.
• 3+ years of civil litigation experience.
• Experience with depositions, motions, discovery, and court appearances.
• Strong legal research, writing, advocacy, and case management skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage insurance defense and transportation litigation matters from inception through resolution.
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery demands, and other substantive litigation documents.
• Conduct and defend depositions, prepare witnesses, and develop effective case strategies.
• Represent clients at court conferences, hearings, oral arguments, and other proceedings.
• Conduct legal research, evaluate liability and damages, and develop strong defense strategies.
• Work collaboratively with attorneys, clients, and insurance representatives to achieve successful outcomes.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Advocacy

Case management

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Job description

Pay: $125,000.00 - $165,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Join a respected, growing law firm with a strong reputation for excellence in litigation.
• Take ownership of meaningful insurance defense and transportation litigation cases from start to finish.
• Gain valuable courtroom experience while working alongside experienced attorneys.
• Enjoy a collaborative, team-oriented environment that values your ideas and professional development.
• Receive competitive compensation, medical and dental benefits, 401(k), and paid time off.
• Build a rewarding, long-term legal career with opportunities to expand your expertise and responsibilities.

Location

Brooklyn, NY | Full-Time | On-Site

Work from our Brooklyn office, collaborating directly with experienced legal professionals while building strong relationships and developing your litigation career.

Note

Candidates must be licensed to practice law in New York and have 3+ years of civil litigation experience. Experience in insurance defense, transportation litigation, or personal injury defense is highly preferred. We welcome attorneys with strong litigation backgrounds who are eager to grow in this practice area!

About Us

Confidential Employer.

We are an established, full-service law firm dedicated to delivering outstanding legal representation and personalized client service. Our attorneys work collaboratively across multiple practice areas, bringing practical solutions and strong advocacy to every case. We believe in supporting talented professionals, recognizing their contributions, and providing opportunities to thrive.

Job Description

We are seeking a motivated Insurance Defense Associate Attorney to join our Transportation Litigation team. This is an exciting opportunity for a litigation attorney who enjoys courtroom advocacy, complex legal challenges, and meaningful client interaction.

• Manage insurance defense and transportation litigation matters from inception through resolution.
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery demands, and other substantive litigation documents.
• Conduct and defend depositions, prepare witnesses, and develop effective case strategies.
• Represent clients at court conferences, hearings, oral arguments, and other proceedings.
• Conduct legal research, evaluate liability and damages, and develop strong defense strategies.Work collaboratively with attorneys, clients, and insurance representatives to achieve successful outcomes.
• Assist with trial preparation, settlement negotiations, and case resolution.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
• Active New York bar license required.
• 3+ years of civil litigation experience.
• Experience with depositions, motion practice, discovery, and court appearances.
• Strong legal research, writing, advocacy, and case management skills.
• Ability to manage deadlines and work independently while contributing to a team.
• Insurance defense, transportation litigation, or personal injury defense experience preferred.
• Familiarity with New York No-Fault law or New Jersey bar admission is a plus.

Why You Will Love Working Here

At our firm, you'll find more than just another attorney position. You'll join a supportive legal team where your work makes a difference, your professional development matters, and your contributions are valued.

We offer the opportunity to sharpen your litigation skills, handle interesting cases, and grow your career in a collegial, professional environment.

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Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance