Complex Litigation Defense Counsel; Insurance​/Reinsurance​/Liability

About the Firm:

A premier, nationally expanding law firm specializing in insurance defense is seeking talented attorneys, paralegals, and staff who want to grow with a high-impact practice. Established in the early 1990s, the firm has grown from a New York City base to seven offices across five states, delivering sophisticated defense work that goes beyond traditional motor‑vehicle and routine personal‑injury matters.

Key opportunities and culture:

• Broad, cross‑market practice
  : catastrophic incident response, large‑scale data breaches and cybercrime matters, energy and mining liability, international coverage, and complex insurance disputes.
• Strategic footprint
  : offices in major markets nationwide, with collaborative, cross‑border teams that align client needs with rigorous defense strategies.
• Dynamic client work
  : exposure to domestic and international insurers, national and global risk portfolios, and evolving regulatory landscapes.
• Professional development
  : structured career progression, mentorship from seasoned trial and appellate attorneys, and access to leading‑edge resources to handle complex matters.
• Client‑centric mindset
  : discreet, high‑touch service combined with practical, results‑driven litigation strategies that protect client interests and reputations.

What we’re looking for:

Driven legal and professional talent who thrive in fast‑paced, intellectually challenging environments. Individuals who value collaboration, integrity, and a commitment to excellence in service delivery. Professionals eager to contribute to growth, leverage cross‑market opportunities, and develop specialized expertise in cyber, data security, energy, and international coverage.

• JD from an ABA‑Accredited top #200 law school with a solid academic portfolio.
• Extracurriculars such as Moot Court and Debate Panels can weigh greatly for lack of GPA.
• Admission to practice within at least one of the states, preferably multi‑jurisdictional (i.e. NY/NJ).
• At least 3 progressive years of litigation experience representing corporate clients and their insurers.
• Ability to handle complex, multi‑faced and highly‑sensitive matters that will involve voluminous discovery, ability to interpret technical documentation and to participate in motion practice.
• Strong support during litigation phases with forensic legal analysis and superb legal drafting and timely filings done comprehensively.
• Experience in all phases of litigation from pre‑litigation management through motion practice and settlement or trial phase, with trial experience including 2nd or 1st chair being a huge preference.

Why this Opportunity?

• Insurance Defense, Reinsurance Coverage Law, Domestic & International First‑Party & Third‑Party Coverage for Oil & Gas Construction and Commercial Real Estate Developers and Light Industrial Employers and Heavy Industrial Operations, Professional Liability and General Liability

The base salary we discussed is around $145,000 to $165,000 and is highly commensurate with the experience one brings starting at a minimum of 3+ years post‑law school as a legal practitioner. Candidates who offer a modest to sizeable book of business which they could port with them to a more national practice can negotiate a bit on the base salary.

Origination potential is always available as well as standard bonuses for exceeding the 1,800 annual billable expectation.

Annual billable targets offer bonuses of up to $50k in annually along with fully comprehensive health & life insurance, PTO, flexible hybrid schedule and an exciting team of litigators to collaborate with on emerging areas of law.