Professional Liability Attorney New York NY

Marshall Dennehey; New York (NY); On-site; USD 130,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Financial bonus opportunities

Comprehensive benefits package

Marshall Associate Advantage Lifestyle

Long-term stability and career growth

Job summary

Marshall Dennehey, P.C., a nationally recognized Am Law 200 civil defense law firm, seeks a Professional Liability attorney in New York City with 3 to 7 years of experience. The candidate will join a team that represents Lawyers, Insurance Agents, Employers and other professionals, with a proven trial track record and state and federal experience.

The Professional Liability practice is team-work based and client focused, offering mentoring, growth opportunities, and collaboration with

Qualifications

• 3–7 years of professional liability litigation experience.
• Proven trial track record; experience at state and federal level.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage a caseload independently with support.
• Strong analytical thinking, legal writing and communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Represent lawyers, insurance agents, employers and other professionals.
• Work within a teamwork-based, client-focused Professional Liability practice.
• Collaborate with mentors and senior attorneys to grow the practice and develop client relationships.

Skills

Proven trial experience

Analytical thinking

Legal writing

Communication skills

Job description

Join a litigation team where collaboration matters, mentorship is intentional, and your growth as an attorney is a firm-wide priority.

Marshall Dennehey, P.C., a nationally recognized Am Law 200 civil defense law firm with more than 60 years of dedicated service, is seeking Professional Liability attorney with 3 to 7 years of experience for its New York City office.

The Opportunity

Specifically, we are seeking experienced candidates who have an interest in continuing, or expanding their practice to include, representing Lawyers, Insurance Agents, Employers and other professionals. Preferably candidates for this position will have a proven trial track record, and experience at the state and federal level. Candidates should have excellent organizational skills and be able to manage a caseload independently with appropriate support.

We are extremely proud of our sophisticated Professional Liability practice, and our attorney's abilities not only to try cases, but leverage their experience and reputation to achieve excellent results and reach creative resolutions for our clients and their insurers

The Professional Liability practice group is team-work based and client focused with the opportunity for client interaction and practice growth.

Compensation Range

$130,000 - $200,000 which is negotiable dependent on experience level and portable business. The posted compensation range for this position is based on several legitimate, non-discriminatory factors set by the Firm. Marshall Dennehey is committed to ensuring equal pay opportunities for equal work regardless of gender, race, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local pay equity laws.

Your Development Matters

At Marshall Dennehey, we invest in our attorneys. While you are not expected to independently manage cases from inception through trial on day one, you will work closely with experienced shareholders and associates who are committed to mentoring and skill development. Through hands‑on experience, continuous feedback, and individualized goal‑setting, you will gain the confidence and capability to grow into full case management at your own pace.

Strong analytical thinking, legal writing, research, and communication skills are highly valued—and continuously refined—within our litigation groups.

Firm Culture

We pride ourselves on a diverse, inclusive, and open‑door culture where ideas are welcomed, collaboration is encouraged, and attorneys at all levels have direct access to leadership. Our attorneys thrive because they are supported.

A Long‑Term Career

Marshall Dennehey seeks attorneys who are looking for a true “forever home.” We value steady career growth, internal advancement, and attorneys who want to build lasting professional relationships—while helping others succeed along the way.

In return, we offer

• competitive salary
• Multiple financial bonus opportunities throughout the year
• A comprehensive benefits package
• The firm‑funded Marshall Associate Advantage™ Lifestyle Account
• Long‑term stability and a clear future with the firm

Commitment to Diversity

Marshall Dennehey is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer (AA/M/F/D/V) and is deeply committed to fostering workplace diversity. Our efforts have been recognized by numerous publications, including the 2022 “Tipping the Scales” Award from the Diversity & Flexibility Alliance.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic.

How to Apply

Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit a resume and cover letter for consideration.

Marshall Dennehey does not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third-party recruiting agencies.