Insurance Defense Associate Attorney

Job Description

Job Description

Insurance Defense Associate Attorney

Prominent Long Island Firm Seeking Insurance Defense Associate Attorney for General Liability and Insurance Defense Matters in Rockville Centre, New York

A well-established litigation firm based in Rockville Centre, New York represents insurance carriers and their insureds across a broad range of general liability and insurance defense matters. This Insurance Defense Associate Attorney position is open to candidates with relevant defense-side litigation experience and will operate on an in-office basis. This Associate Attorney will manage an active caseload from inception through resolution, handling all phases of litigation including pleadings, discovery, motion practice, depositions, and trial preparation. The firm serves insurance carrier clients and their insureds, with matters spanning personal injury, premises liability, and related general liability claims.

Offer

• Salary range: $80,000-$120,000+ contingent on experience
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with firm contribution
• Generous paid time off and paid holidays
• CLE reimbursement and professional development support
• Bar dues covered
• Collegial, team-oriented office environment

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school
• Admission to the New York State Bar
• Experience in insurance defense or general liability litigation
• Familiarity with all phases of the litigation process, including pleadings, discovery, and motion practice
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Ability to manage an independent caseload efficiently

Responsibilities

• Handle all phases of insurance defense litigation from intake through resolution
• Draft pleadings, motions, and legal memoranda
• Conduct and defend depositions
• Manage discovery, including document review and written discovery responses
• Prepare cases for trial and assist at trial as needed
• Communicate with insurance carrier clients and insureds regarding case status and strategy
• Review and analyze coverage issues as they arise in the context of active litigation

- For this position, you must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship for a non-immigrant visa. This job was first posted by CyberCoders on 07/01/2026 and applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled or closed. Everforth CyberCoders is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, status as a crime victim, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Our hiring process includes AI screening for keywords and minimum qualifications, and a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. A human recruiter reviews all results. Click here for details on our virtual recruiter .  Everforth CyberCoders will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local law, including but not limited to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act. Everforth CyberCoders is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. Individuals needing special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment can contact a member of our Human Resources team at  View email address on ziprecruiter.com to make arrangements.