Senior Trial Attorney – Multimillion-Dollar Defense

Greater New York Insurance Companies; New York (NY); On-site; USD 74,600 - 187,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual discretionary bonus based on performance

Job summary

Greater New York Insurance Companies seeks a Trial Attorney to handle litigation cases for insureds in the New York Metropolitan area. This role involves managing cases from inception through verdict and includes attending court hearings, depositions, and conducting legal research. The ideal candidate should have a Juris Doctor and be admitted to the NY State Bar, with 5-12 years of litigation experience including multimillion dollar jury trials. The salary range for this position is $74,600 - $187,800, plus a performance-based annual bonus.

Qualifications

• Required to defend GNY’s insureds in litigation cases.
• Ability to handle litigation cases without oversight.
• Knowledge of managing pleadings and documentary discovery.

Responsibilities

• Attend depositions, court conferences, and trials.
• Evaluate liability and damages.
• Conduct legal research and motions.

Skills

Excellent oral and writing skills

Excellent research ability

Strong verbal and written communication

Teamwork ability

Strong organizational skills

Superior research skills

Education

Juris Doctor and admitted to the NY State Bar

5-12 years of experience in general negligence litigation

Recent jury trial experience litigating multimillion dollar cases

Tools

Microsoft 365

Legal case management programs (Neos preferred)

Job description

Greater New York Insurance Companies seeks a Trial Attorney to handle litigation cases for insureds in the New York Metropolitan area. This role involves managing cases from inception through verdict and includes attending court hearings, depositions, and conducting legal research. The ideal candidate should have a Juris Doctor and be admitted to the NY State Bar, with 5-12 years of litigation experience including multimillion dollar jury trials. The salary range for this position is $74,600 - $187,800, plus a performance-based annual bonus.