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Senior Insurance Defense Attorney | Trial Litigation | NYC | Hybrid

$175k - $220k

Goodwin Recruiting

Senior Insurance Defense Attorney – New York, NY

Join a growing boutique litigation firm in New York City, recognized for its expertise in high-stakes insurance defense cases. This is an exceptional opportunity for seasoned litigators seeking meaningful courtroom experience, direct mentorship, true autonomy over their files, and long-term career advancement in a collaborative, supportive culture.

Senior Insurance Defense Attorney Benefits & Compensation

  • Base salary of $175,000–$220,000+
  • Performance bonuses beginning at 1,950 billable hours
  • Additional bonuses linked to successful verdicts and settlements
  • Hybrid work schedule for work-life balance
  • 401(k) and financial planning resources
  • Generous PTO, team events, and celebrations
  • Supportive partners dedicated to attorney well-being and professional growth
  • Direct access to partners and genuine mentorship
  • Full ownership of litigation caseload

Senior Insurance Defense Attorney Requirements & Qualifications

  • Active New York Bar admission
  • Juris Doctor (J.D.)
  • 6+ years of litigation experience
  • Significant insurance defense background
  • Proven deposition (taking and defending) and motion practice experience
  • Demonstrated courtroom and hearing expertise, including managing cases independently
  • Strong legal writing skills
  • Experience with insurance carrier reporting and billing systems

Senior Insurance Defense Attorney Preferred Background & Skills

  • First-chair or significant second-chair trial experience
  • Experience with New York Labor Law (200, 240, 241)
  • Catastrophic injury, construction accident, and premises liability litigation experience
  • Familiarity with Microsoft Office, legal billing, time entry, and carrier reporting software
  • Exposure to iManage, NetDocuments, Westlaw, or LexisNexis is a plus

Senior Insurance Defense Attorney Day-to-Day Responsibilities

  • Independently manage a docket of complex insurance defense litigation from inception through resolution or trial
  • Defend catastrophic injury, premises liability, construction accident, and Labor Law claims
  • Conduct and defend plaintiff, expert, and fact witness depositions
  • Draft pleadings, discovery, motions, and summary judgment motions
  • Appear in court for hearings, arguments, mediations, arbitrations, and trials
  • Evaluate liability, damages, and litigation strategy for each matter
  • Prepare witnesses, experts, and clients for trial
  • Mentor junior attorneys and contribute to a collaborative team culture
  • Build trusted relationships with insurance carriers and clients

If you’re ready to take ownership of sophisticated litigation, achieve real courtroom experience, and grow with a firm where attorneys are truly valued, we encourage you to apply.

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