Senior Litigation Counsel — High-Volume Torts

Metropolitan Transportation Authority; New York (NY); On-site; USD 174,000 - 179,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent public transportation agency in New York is looking for an Assistant General Counsel III in Litigation. The role involves managing a litigation team, handling personal injury claims, and guiding legal strategies to reduce tort exposure. Candidates should have a law degree, extensive litigation experience, and a strong ability to communicate effectively. This position offers a compensation range of $174,000 - $179,000, reflecting the significant responsibilities involved.

Qualifications

• Minimum of nine years of significant personal injury litigation experience.
• Four years of managerial or equivalent supervisory experience.
• Extensive knowledge of local, State, and Federal laws impacting tort litigation.

Responsibilities

• Manage litigation team handling personal injury and property damage lawsuits.
• Guide in-house attorneys while overseeing outside counsel.
• Keep senior management informed of high-exposure cases.

Skills

Litigation management

Legal analysis

Communication

Supervisory experience

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

Law degree from an accredited law school

Admission to New York State Bar

Job description

A prominent public transportation agency in New York is looking for an Assistant General Counsel III in Litigation. The role involves managing a litigation team, handling personal injury claims, and guiding legal strategies to reduce tort exposure. Candidates should have a law degree, extensive litigation experience, and a strong ability to communicate effectively. This position offers a compensation range of $174,000 - $179,000, reflecting the significant responsibilities involved.