Litigation Associate

Company: Page Executive
Location: New York
Posted on: November 8, 2024

Job Description:

Opportunity to work with a leading global law firm!Highly reputable law firm, interesting high-value insurance litigation defense.About Our ClientOffering a genuinely healthy approach to work-life balance, this highly ranked AM Law 100 firm is looking to appoint a hybrid Litigation Attorney to focus on insurance defense work for high-net-value/specialized insurance coverage.Great role for a Litigation Attorney with 4+ years experience in insurance coverage. The role involves representation of international and domestic insurers during claim investigations and litigation concerning policy defenses of first-party insurance. Must be collaborative and able to act independently throughout the litigation process, with an interest in developing an expertise in insurance coverage work in a unique area. The ideal candidate will be someone who thrives within a busy, stimulating, and fast-paced team environment.Job DescriptionAs Litigation Attorney - Insurance, Key Responsibilities will include:

• Taking depositions, attending court hearings and mediation.
• Drafting motions, pleadings, briefs, discovery requests and interrogatories, and other legal correspondence/litigation documents.
• Varied matters including analyzing insurance policies, drafting coverage opinions, and providing coverage advice and recommendations to clients.
• Working with investigators and experts.
• Actively contributing to the development and maintenance of client relationships.The Successful ApplicantThe successful Litigation Attorney - Insurance will have demonstrable experience including:
  • Admitted to practice in NY (or another US state if wanting to relocate for the role).
  • 3+ years relevant Litigation Attorney experience.
  • First-party insurance coverage experience (e.g., marine, fine art and specie, property, specialty, contingency, special events, cyber, etc.) highly beneficial.
  • Commercial litigation experience including taking depositions, conducting oral arguments, and discovery.
  • Federal court experience.
  • Strong writing, organizational, and time management skills.
  • Relevant hands-on work history.What's on OfferThe Litigation Attorney - Insurance will receive the following benefits:
    • $175,000-$220,000 base salary (depending on experience).
    • Generous wider benefits package including 18 weeks' fully paid parental leave, monthly and annual performance bonus (1900 hours billable target).
    • 401(k) - 3% company contribution.
    • Genuinely healthy approach to work-life balance, hybrid role (only 2 days/week in the NY office).
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Keywords: Page Executive, Fairfield , Litigation Associate, Legal , New York, Connecticut