Insurance Defense Litigation Attorney

Job Description

Job Description

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

** Insurance Defense Litigation Attorney **

Malapero Prisco & Klauber LLP is seeking an experienced Insurance Defense Litigation Attorney to join our growing practice in White Plains, NY. We are specifically seeking attorneys with 3+ years of direct insurance defense litigation experience who are ready to take ownership of their cases and manage matters from inception through resolution.

This opportunity is ideal for junior, mid-level and senior attorneys with a strong insurance defense background who value autonomy, flexibility and a collaborative work environment.

** Why Join Us?**

• ** Hybrid schedule: 3 days in-office / 2 days remote **
  We offer a flexible, trust-based environment where attorneys have the autonomy to manage their schedules while meeting client needs and case deadlines.

What You'll Do

• Manage a caseload from inception through resolution
• Draft and argue motions
• Manage discovery and conduct depositions
• Attend court appearances throughout NYC, Westchester, Nassau and Suffolk
• Work directly with clients and insurance carriers
• Participate in trial preparation, mediations and settlement negotiations
• Develop case strategy and take ownership of assigned matters

Required Experience

• ** 3+ years of direct insurance defense litigation experience **
• Experience independently managing litigation matters
• Active admission to the New York State Bar
• JD from an accredited law school
• Strong legal writing, communication and case strategy skills
• Authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship

Preferred Litigation Experience

Experience with one or more of the following is strongly preferred:

• Insurance defense
• Construction litigation
• NYS Labor Law 200, 240 and 241
• Premises liability
• General liability litigation
• Motion practice
• Discovery and depositions

** 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)
• Health, Dental & Vision
• 401(k) with match
• PTO + 11 federal holidays
• Commuter benefits
• Employee discounts

** Location: White Plains, NY **

** Hybrid schedule: 3 days in-office / 2 days remote **

If you are an experienced insurance defense attorney looking for an opportunity to take ownership of your cases while working in a flexible and collaborative 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.