Partner Attorney - Commercial Litigation & Insurance Defense

Calqulate; New York (NY); Remote; USD 250,000 - 450,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote / Flexible Work Arrangement

Job summary

Calqulate Metrics Ltd is seeking an experienced Dedicated Producer Attorney for its Commercial Litigation & Insurance Defense Practice. The role demands handling complex disputes, advising clients and insurers, and managing matters from investigation to resolution.

Remote/flexible work arrangement with an opportunity to leverage substantial deposition and trial experience. Ideal candidates hold a JD from a top-tier law school, active bar admission in AZ/CA/NJ/NY, and 5+ years of substantive

Qualifications

• JD from a top-tier law school with an excellent academic record.
• Active Bar Admission in AZ, CA, NJ, or NY, in good standing.
• 5+ years of substantive experience in commercial litigation and insurance defense.
• Extensive experience handling general liability, insurance defense, personal injury, and Labor Law matters.
• Ability to manage litigation from initial investigation through trial, settlement, or appeal.
• Strong experience evaluating claims, developing case strategy, and advising clients and insurers.
• Significant deposition experience, including defending and taking depositions.
• Proven ability to draft pleadings, motions, discovery, and other complex litigation documents.
• Comfortable managing complex matters independently while collaborating with clients, carriers, and legal teams.
• Trial experience preferred.
• Prior experience with an Am Law 100/200 firm, Law360-ranked firm, respected regional firm, or sophisticated litigation boutique strongly preferred.
• Portable business of $350,000 or greater preferred, but not required.
• Strong legal writing, analytical, and advocacy skills with exceptional attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Manage commercial litigation and insurance defense matters through all stages of the litigation lifecycle.
• Develop and implement litigation strategies designed to achieve efficient and favorable client outcomes.
• Analyze claims, evaluate liability and damages exposure, and provide strategic recommendations to clients and insurers.
• Draft and argue motions, prepare pleadings, oversee discovery, and manage all aspects of case development.
• Conduct and defend depositions, prepare witnesses, and coordinate expert engagements.
• Represent clients at court appearances, mediations, arbitrations, settlement conferences, and trials.
• Collaborate closely with insurance carriers, clients, experts, and co-counsel to ensure effective case management.
• Maintain high standards of client service while managing multiple matters and deadlines simultaneously.

Skills

Commercial litigation

Insurance defense

Trial experience

Litigation strategy

Deposition experience

Legal writing

Analytical thinking

Advocacy

Client advising

Risk assessment

Book of business (BD)

Education

JD from top-tier law school

Active Bar Admission in AZ/CA/NJ/NY

Tools

Pleadings drafting

Motions & discovery

Litigation management

Job description

ATTORNEY (DEDICATED PRODUCER) – COMMERCIAL LITIGATION & INSURANCE DEFENSE

Commercial Litigation & Insurance Defense Practice

Location: Arizona, California, New Jersey, or New York

REMOTE / FLEXIBLE WORK ARRANGEMENT

Our client, a highly respected national law firm, is seeking an experienced Dedicated Producer Attorney to join its growing Commercial Litigation & Insurance Defense Practice. This opportunity is ideal for a seasoned litigator with substantial experience handling complex commercial disputes, insurance defense matters, and high-exposure litigation. The successful candidate will bring strong courtroom capabilities, strategic case management skills, and a proven ability to advise clients and insurance carriers through all phases of litigation.

Candidate Profile

• JD from a top-tier law school with an excellent academic record
• Active Bar Admission in Arizona, California, New Jersey, or New York, in good standing
• 5+ years of substantive experience in commercial litigation and insurance defense
• Extensive experience handling general liability, insurance defense, personal injury, and Labor Law matters
• Demonstrated ability to manage litigation matters from initial investigation through trial, settlement, or appeal
• Strong experience evaluating claims, developing case strategy, and advising clients and insurance carriers on risk and resolution options
• Significant deposition experience, including defending and taking witness, party, and expert depositions
• Proven ability to draft pleadings, motions, discovery, and other complex litigation documents
• Comfortable managing complex matters independently while collaborating effectively with clients, carriers, and legal teams
• Trial experience preferred
• Prior experience with an Am Law 100/200 firm, Law360-ranked firm, respected regional firm, or sophisticated litigation boutique strongly preferred
• Portable business of $350,000 or greater preferred, but not required
• Strong legal writing, analytical, and advocacy skills with exceptional attention to detail

Key Responsibilities

• Manage commercial litigation and insurance defense matters through all stages of the litigation lifecycle
• Develop and implement litigation strategies designed to achieve efficient and favorable client outcomes
• Analyze claims, evaluate liability and damages exposure, and provide strategic recommendations to clients and insurers
• Draft and argue motions, prepare pleadings, oversee discovery, and manage all aspects of case development
• Conduct and defend depositions, prepare witnesses, and coordinate expert engagements
• Represent clients at court appearances, mediations, arbitrations, settlement conferences, and trials
• Collaborate closely with insurance carriers, clients, experts, and co-counsel to ensure effective case management
• Maintain high standards of client service while managing multiple matters and deadlines simultaneously

Why Join Us?

This is an exceptional opportunity to join a nationally recognized litigation platform that offers sophisticated work, entrepreneurial flexibility, and a collaborative culture. Attorneys in this practice work on high-stakes commercial disputes and complex insurance defense matters while enjoying the support of an experienced team. The firm values initiative, professional excellence, and strong client relationships, providing attorneys with an environment where they can continue to build and expand a successful practice.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive Compensation Structure: Highly competitive compensation package commensurate with experience, practice strength, and business development contributions.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement benefits, paid time off, professional development resources, and additional employee wellness and support programs.

Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer.