Associate Counsel - Bronx, NY; Remote
New York, New York County, New York, 10261, USA
Listed on 2026-10-15
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Law/Legal
Litigation, Lawyer, Legal Counsel, Civil Law
Location: New York
For our client, we are seeking a Associate Counsel - Bronx, NY (Remote) to join the team of a leader in the Finance & Insurance space.
This role will support litigation matters across insurance defense and personal injury work, providing practical legal guidance that helps the organization evaluate risk, liability, and damages. The attorney will partner closely with the Claims Department and other internal stakeholders to prepare cases, advise on legal strategy, and represent the company in contested proceedings. This is a strong opportunity for a litigation attorney who wants to contribute in a fast-paced insurance environment while managing a varied docket of matters.
Location:
Remote - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available
Compensation: $118,900 – $186,550 annually
Responsibilities- Research laws and prepare legal briefs, opinions, and memoranda
- Provide opinions on liability, damages, and value for the Claims Department
- Prepare and handle pleadings, motions, and discovery
- Defend assigned matters by trial or dispositive hearing
- Attend trials, hearings, and depositions as required
- 2 to 6+ years of litigation experience in insurance defense and/or personal injury
- Juris Doctor degree required
- Admission to the New York Bar required
- Licensed in good standing to practice law in New York
- Ability to travel for trials, hearings, and depositions
- Strong written communication skills for clear documentation
- Proficient in following complex instructions and conflict resolution
- Opportunity to work in a dynamic legal environment
- Engagement with a reputable insurance company
- Potential for professional growth and development
- Support for maintaining licensing requirements through CLE
- Collaborative team atmosphere with experienced legal professionals
Our client is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every qualification—your background could be exactly what this team needs.
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