Remote Associate Attorney - Insurance Defense

Justia, Inc.; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Justia seeks a New York-based Associate attorney to manage a diverse caseload from inception through resolution, offering strategic legal counsel and representation in court, mediations, and depositions. The role emphasizes research, drafting, and litigation skills, with independence and strong client communication as essential traits.

A 1,950-hour annual billable requirement is noted, and federal and New Jersey admissions are a plus.

Qualifications

• J.D. from ABA-accredited law school.
• Active license to practice law in state posted (required); additional bar admissions a plus
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in practice group
• Excellent legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills
• Experience with court appearances, depositions, and mediations
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
• Professional demeanor with strong client-relations and communication skills
• Must be responsive and organized, with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks

Responsibilities

• File review and legal analysis of claims and causes of action
• Extensive legal research and drafting of briefs, memos, pleadings, client reports and appeals
• Regularly representing clients in court, at mediations and in depositions
• Drafting and responding to discovery requests
• Expert witness retention and collaboration
• Depending on experience, trial preparation and attendance
• Collaborate closely with partners, clients, claims professionals, experts and stakeholders to develop and deliver strategic and practical legal advice
• Manage deadlines and assignments with a high level of ownership and independence

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Litigation

Oral advocacy

Client relations

Education

J.D. from ABA-accredited law school

Job description

Justia seeks a New York-based Associate attorney to manage a diverse caseload from inception through resolution, offering strategic legal counsel and representation in court, mediations, and depositions. The role emphasizes research, drafting, and litigation skills, with independence and strong client communication as essential traits.

A 1,950-hour annual billable requirement is noted, and federal and New Jersey admissions are a plus.