Litigation Attorney – Insurance Defense

Jobot; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401K with match

Hybrid work model

Generous PTO

Professional development

Bar dues

Job summary

Jobot in Buffalo, NY seeks an Insurance Defense Associate Attorney to handle a diverse caseload from inception through trial. The ideal candidate will contribute to a collaborative team, utilize a strong support staff, and enjoy meaningful growth opportunities, including mentoring and advanced legal resources.

The role features a competitive base salary with a 10–25% bonus potential, hybrid work flexibility after acclimation, and a focus on professional development, bar dues, and a supportive

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the New York State Bar.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in insurance defense litigation.
• Proven experience in court hearings and depositions.

Responsibilities

• Represent organization in civil litigation involving monetary damages or personal injury claims.
• Conduct legal research and draft necessary documents.
• Develop litigation strategy, manage discovery, take/defend depositions, and argue motions.
• Provide legal advice to claims department and policyholders.
• Negotiate settlements and prepare for/hear court proceedings.

Skills

Litigation

Insurance Defense

Courtroom experience

Legal Research

Education

Juris Doctorate (J.D.)

New York Bar Admission

Job description

Insurance Defense Associate Attorney in Buffalo with significant bonus, strong support staff, and room for growth.

Job details:

Salary: $100,000 - $130,000 per year

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Dana Paulo

A bit about us

We are a full-service law firm headquartered in Buffalo. Our team represents a wide range of clients across NY. You'll work in a collaborative environment that values mentorship and professional growth, supporting a wide range of clients from startups to established corporations. The firm is tech forward and innovating. Work on diverse and challenging array of legal matters that expand your experience. We are currently seeking a dynamic, results-oriented Litigation Attorney specializing in Insurance Defense to join our high-performing legal team. This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned professional to handle a diverse caseload and work on stimulating legal matters. The successful candidate will be responsible for the full range of tasks associated with handling the most complex cases from inception through to trial, including pleadings, discovery, and court appearances.

Why join us?

• Competitive base salary ($105,000 - $130,000 base dependent on experience level)
• Bonus package offered - 10-25%
• Medical, dental, & vision insurance
• 401K with a match
• Flexible work-life balance - hybrid potential after acclimation period and flexibility as needed
• Generous PTO package - mental health days offered
• Professional development opportunities, in-house CLEs, and firm-paid bar dues
• Access to advanced legal resources and technology
• path to partnership

Job Details

Responsibilities:

1. Representing our organization and its policyholders in civil litigation matters involving claims for monetary damages or compensation for personal injury or property damage of a moderate to heavy value.
2. Conducting legal research and drafting necessary legal documents.
3. Developing and implementing litigation strategy, managing discovery obligations, taking and defending depositions, and arguing motions in both state and federal courts.
4. Providing legal advice to the company, its claims department, and policyholders.
5. Negotiating settlements on behalf of the company and its policyholders.
6. Preparing for and conducting court hearings, trials, and arbitration.
7. Collaborating with other departments to ensure the legal team's actions align with the company's goals and values.

Qualifications:

1. A Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school.
2. Admission to the New York State Bar.
3. A minimum of 2 years of experience in insurance defense litigation.
4. Proven experience in court hearings, arguing motions, and defending depositions.
5. Solid experience in trial practice and depositions.
6. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
7. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with an ability to understand and explain complex legal issues.
8. A high level of professionalism, integrity, and ethical standards.
9. The ability to manage a full caseload while maintaining a high level of productivity.
10. The ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic team of legal professionals and work on challenging and high-profile cases. If you're a seasoned litigator with a passion for insurance defense and a track record of success in the courtroom, we'd love to hear from you.

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