Senior Trial Attorney - Complex Negligence Defense (NY)

GREATER NEW YORK MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY; New York (NY); On-site; USD 75,000 - 188,000; Full time

Job summary

Greater New York Mutual Insurance Company seeks an experienced Trial Attorney to defend insureds in litigation across the New York Metropolitan area, handling cases from inception through verdict or settlement.

The role requires representing clients in depositions, motions, trials, and negotiations, with strong research, writing, and team skills. Salary reflects expertise and travel within the NY metro region.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor and admitted to the NY State Bar required.
• 5–12 years of experience in general negligence litigation, including Labor Law.
• Recent jury trial experience litigating multimillion dollar cases to verdict.
• Ability to handle litigations cases without oversight.
• Knowledge of Microsoft 365 required.
• Legal case management programs required, Neos preferred.

Responsibilities

• Attend depositions, court conferences and trials.
• Manage pleadings and documentary discovery.
• Evaluate liability and damages and report to carrier.
• Conduct legal research and motions.
• Participates in special projects and performs additional duties as required.

Skills

Oral and written communication

Legal research

Teamwork

Organization

Multitasking

Education

Juris Doctor and NY Bar admission

Tools

Microsoft 365

Legal case management

Neos

Job description

Greater New York Mutual Insurance Company seeks an experienced Trial Attorney to defend insureds in litigation across the New York Metropolitan area, handling cases from inception through verdict or settlement.

The role requires representing clients in depositions, motions, trials, and negotiations, with strong research, writing, and team skills. Salary reflects expertise and travel within the NY metro region.