Insurance Defense Associate Attorney

Profile

A law firm in Florham Park, NJ is seeking an experienced Insurance Defense Associate Attorney to join their litigation team. The ideal candidate will have 5-8 years of experience in handling insurance defense matters, including all aspects of pre-trial discovery. The role requires excellent written and oral communication skills, a strong ability to work independently, and active bar admission in New Jersey. New York Bar Admission is considered a plus but not required. The successful candidate will manage complex cases, collaborate with clients, and handle high-stakes litigation.

Key Responsibilities

• Pre-trial Discovery: Manage all aspects of pre-trial discovery, including document production, depositions, interrogatories, and motions.
• Case Management: Independently handle a caseload of insurance defense matters, from inception to resolution.
• Legal Research and Writing: Conduct thorough legal research, prepare motions, pleadings, briefs, and memoranda.
• Client Interaction: Work closely with clients to develop legal strategies, update them on case progress, and provide legal advice on insurance defense matters.
• Court Appearances: Represent clients in court, including attending hearings, mediations, and settlement conferences.
• Trial Preparation: Collaborate with senior attorneys to prepare cases for trial, including developing defense strategies, drafting legal documents, and participating in witness preparation.
• Settlement Negotiations: Engage in negotiations to resolve matters through settlement when appropriate, balancing client goals with litigation strategy.
• Collaboration: Work closely with other attorneys and legal staff to ensure comprehensive representation and defense in complex insurance litigation cases.

Requirements

• 5-8 years of experience litigating insurance defense matters, with demonstrated ability to manage cases independently.
• Significant experience in handling all aspects of pre-trial discovery, including drafting discovery requests and responses, taking depositions, and preparing discovery motions.
• Strong written and oral communication skills for drafting persuasive legal documents and presenting arguments in court.
• Ability to work autonomously while managing multiple cases simultaneously in a fast-paced litigation environment.
• Demonstrated ability to develop legal strategies and advise clients on complex insurance defense matters.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school is required.

Certifications and Bar Admission

• New Jersey Bar Admission is required.
• New York Bar Admission is helpful but not mandatory.

Skills

• Strong legal research and analytical skills to evaluate complex insurance defense cases and develop effective legal strategies.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, to effectively advocate for clients and interact with courts and opposing counsel.
• Case management skills to handle multiple cases efficiently, meet deadlines, and stay organized in a high-volume litigation environment.
• Ability to negotiate settlements while protecting clients’ best interests.
• Proficiency with litigation technology tools and document management systems.

Job Location

• Florham Park, NJ

Experience

• A minimum of 5-8 years of bona fide experience in litigating insurance defense matters is required.

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
125 Park Avenue, 25th floor
New York
New York
United States 10017
Phone : (212) 232-0277
Fax : (213) 895-7306