Insurance Defense Attorney

Job Description

Job Description

** ******** Note this job location is in ****White Plains, NY ******

** Malapero Prisco & Klauber LLP ** is hiring a litigation attorney to join our growing insurance defense and general liability practice in White Plains, NY . We’re open to junior and mid-level associates with strong litigation experience and a desire to take ownership of files in a collaborative environment.

Why Join Us?
We offer a flexible, trust-based environment where you can manage your own schedule as long as the work gets done and priorities are met. There may be times when urgent needs come up outside typical hours, but overall you will have the freedom to balance your time while working with a supportive, collaborative team.

What You’ll Do

• Handle a caseload from inception through resolution
• Draft and argue motions, manage discovery, and take depositions
• Attend court appearances in NYC, Westchester, Nassau & Suffolk
• Work directly with clients and insurance carriers
• Support trial prep, mediations, and settlement negotiations

Preferred Experience

• ** 3+ years of litigation experience ** preferred
• Essential experience includes handling construction matters (NYS Labor Law 200, 240, 241), insurance defense, premises liability, and general liability.

Requirements

• JD from an accredited law school
• Active admission to the New York State Bar
• Strong writing, communication, and case strategy skills
• ** Authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship **

Compensation + Benefits

** $85,000–$200,000, based on experience and qualifications **

• ** Junior Associate: ** $85,000 – $120,000
• ** Senior Associate: ** $120,000 – $200,000 (MUST have Insurance Defense experience)
• Hybrid schedule ( ** 3 days in-office / 2 remote ** )
• Health, Dental, Vision
• 401(k) with match
• PTO + 11 federal holidays
• Commuter benefits + employee discounts

Location: White Plains

** If you are a motivated attorney with a passion for insurance defense and a desire to work in a flexible, hybrid environment, we encourage you to apply!**

Disclaimers & Policies:
** Salary: ** A variety of factors are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to experience, education, licensure and/or certifications, geographic location, market demands, other business and organizational needs, and other factors permitted by law. This position is also eligible for discretionary bonuses. Final salary wages offered may be outside of this range based on other reasons and individual circumstances. This position is considered full-time and therefore qualifies for benefits including 401(k) retirement savings plan, medical, dental, vision, and accident insurance. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.

_ Malapero Prisco & Klauber LLP provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. _

_ This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. _

_ Malapero Prisco & Klauber LLP is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at Malapero Prisco & Klauber LLP via email, the Internet, or in any form and/or method without a valid written Statement of Work in place for this position from Malapero Prisco & Klauber LLP HR/Recruitment will be deemed the sole property of Malapero Prisco & Klauber LLP. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Malapero Prisco & Klauber LLP as a result of the referral or through other means. _

\nCompany Description

Malapero Prisco & Klauber LLP, specializes in providing litigation and related services to the insurance industry. Areas of practice include construction accidents, insurance coverage, general insurance defense including motor vehicle, premises liability and product liability, property damage/subrogation defense services for insurance carriers, third-party administrators, municipalities, and self-insured entities.

Company Description

Malapero Prisco & Klauber LLP, specializes in providing litigation and related services to the insurance industry. Areas of practice include construction accidents, insurance coverage, general insurance defense including motor vehicle, premises liability and product liability, property damage/subrogation defense services for insurance carriers, third-party administrators, municipalities, and self-insured entities.