No Fault Litigation Attorney

Office of the New York City Comptroller; New York (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

The Office of the New York City Comptroller is seeking an Agency Attorney to serve as the principal litigation liaison on First-Party and Third-Party No-Fault matters, providing guidance to the Law Department and coordinating with Fiscal Services and the Marshal’s Office on claims resulting in judgments and levies.

Responsibilities include negotiating settlements, preparing UM cases for arbitration, maintaining accurate claim files, and ensuring regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Admission to the New York State Bar.
• One year of satisfactory United States legal experience subsequent to admission to any state bar; or six months of satisfactory service as Agency Attorney Interne (30086).

Responsibilities

• Serve as the principal litigation liaison attorney to the New York City Law Department on all First-Party and Third-Party No-Fault matters.
• Provide legal direction to the New York City Law Department on First-Party and Third-Party No-Fault matters.
• Serve as principal liaison attorney to the New York City Law Department, Office of NYC Comptroller Fiscal Services, and Marshal’s Office on all First-Party and Third Party No-Fault claims resulting in judgments and levies, including advising on the legally appropriate path to a legal and just disposition.
• Negotiate and settle First-Party, Third Party, and Uninsured/Underinsured Motorist claims within delegated monetary authority level, prioritizing No-Fault litigation claims.
• Manage Uninsured/Underinsured Motorist (UM claims from initial review through resolution, ensuring compliance with regulation 68.
• Prepare UM cases for arbitration by analyzing supporting documentation, gathering evidence, and developing settlement and hearing strategies.
• Respond to New York State Department of Financial Services correspondence.
• Represent the City of New York in First-Party, Third-Party, and Uninsured/Underinsured Motorist arbitration proceedings.
• Maintain accurate and complete claim files, prepare claim abstracts detailing the relevant information about the investigation and evaluation of liability and damages, document any events or conversations in claim notes, and upload documents upon receipt.
• Maintain control over claim backlog, timely follow‑up on requests made to agencies.
• Investigate, identify, and report fraudulent claims, utilize statistical data to identify claims that pose potential risks, and provide risk management recommendations to the Division Chief.
• Use available databases, media outlets, and other available sources to gather information relevant to the investigation of the claim.
• Communicate effectively and professionally with other Comptroller staff, City agency employees, pro se claimants, and attorneys when investigating a claim or negotiating a settlement; and
• Performs related assignments and special projects as required.

Skills

New York State Bar admission

Litigation experience

Arbitration experience

No-Fault litigation knowledge

Negotiation skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Leadership / staff management

Job description

The New York City Comptroller’s Office works to promote the financial health, integrity, and effectiveness of New York City government, in order to strengthen trust, secure a thriving future for all New Yorkers, and build a more just, equitable, and resilient city. Led by an independently elected citywide official, the comptroller’s office provides checks and balances needed to hold City government accountable for budgeting wisely, investing responsibly, operating efficiently, acting fairly, living up to its obligations and promises, and paying attention to the long-term challenges we face together.

Duties Include, But Are Not Limited To The Following

• Serve as the principal litigation liaison attorney to the New York City Law Department on all First-Party and Third-Party litigation No-Fault matters;
• Provide legal direction to the New York City Law Department on First-Party and Third-Party No-Fault litigation matters;
• Serve as principal liaison attorney to the New York City Law Department, Office of NYC Comptroller Fiscal Services, and Marshal’s Office on all First-Party and Third Party No-Fault claims resulting in judgments and levies, including advising on the legally appropriate path to a legal and just disposition;
• When appropriate, negotiate and settle First-Party, Third Party, and Uninsured/Underinsured Motorist claims within delegated monetary authority level, prioritizing No-Fault litigation claims;
• Manage Uninsured/Underinsured Motorist (UM claims from initial review through resolution, ensuring compliance with regulation 68;
• Prepare UM cases for arbitration by analyzing supporting documentation, gathering evidence, and developing settlement and hearing strategies;
• Respond to New York State Department of Financial Services correspondence;
• Represent the City of New York in First-Party, Third-Party, and Uninsured/Underinsured Motorist arbitration proceedings;
• Maintain accurate and complete claim files, prepare claim abstracts detailing the relevant information about the investigation and evaluation of liability and damages, document any events or conversations in claim notes, and upload documents upon receipt;
• Maintain control over claim backlog, timely follow‑up on requests made to agencies;
• Investigate, identify, and report fraudulent claims, utilize statistical data to identify claims that pose potential risks, and provide risk management recommendations to the Division Chief;
• Use available databases, media outlets, and other available sources to gather information relevant to the investigation of the claim;
• Communicate effectively and professionally with other Comptroller staff, City agency employees, pro se claimants, and attorneys when investigating a claim or negotiating a settlement; and
• Performs related assignments and special projects as required.

AGENCY ATTORNEY - 30087

Minimum Qualifications

• Admission to the New York State Bar; and either "2" or "3" below.
• One year of satisfactory United States legal experience subsequent to admission to any state bar; or
• Six months of satisfactory service as an Agency Attorney Interne (30086).

Incumbents must remain Members of the New York State Bar in good standing for the duration of this employment.

In Addition To Meeting The Minimum Qualification Requirements

To be assigned to Assignment Level (AL) II, candidates must have one year of experience at Assignment Level I or two years of comparable legal experience subsequent to admission to the bar, in the areas of law related to the assignment. To be assigned to AL III candidates must have two years of experience in Assignment Levels I and/or II or three years of comparable legal experience subsequent to admission to the bar, in the areas of law related to the assignment.

Preferred Skills

• Significant knowledge of First-Party and Third-Party No-Fault litigation and claims processes, including the investigation, adjustment and disposition of claims, and the Comptroller's Office’s and New York City Law Department’s roles in the defense, adjustment, and settlement of claims in litigation - Certified Third-Party Arbitrator with demonstrated experience conducting, managing, and resolving arbitration proceedings - Extensive experience handling Uninsured/Underinsured Motorist (UM/UIM) claims, including arbitration preparation, hearing representation, and dispute resolution - Demonstrated ability to analyze complex coverage and liability while ensuring compliance with applicable regulations, including Regulation 68 and Regulation 83. - Strong analytical and negotiation skills - The ability to manage and inspire a diverse group of staff - Exceptional organizational, writing, and verbal communication skills and, - The ability to perform effectively in a fast‑paced environment while managing multiple priorities.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.

Residency Requirement

New York City Residency is not required for this position

Additional Information

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.