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Summary

Responsible for managing a general liability case load from inception to resolution. Responsibilities include pre-trial discovery, drafting pleadings, communicating with involved parties, and presenting defense strategies in court. Maintains a solid understanding of AmTrust’s mission, vision, and values. Upholds the standards of the AmTrust organization. This is a Hybrid work opportunity covering Courts in New York City and/or Long Island. The position can be out of the Melville, NY or Jersey City, NJ office.

Responsibilities

• Independently represents the Insured before the assigned Court and presents witnesses and evidence on litigated claims.
• Analyzes complex legal and factual issues, conducts extensive, well-reasoned legal research, independently develop and present defense strategies on behalf of the Insured.
• Prepares pleadings, written discovery, motions and briefs in support of defense strategies.
• Prepares for, attends and handles all case related activities.
• Provides effective and timely communications, information, legal advice and other services to clients and claims professionals on legal and factual issues.
• Position requires the use of independent judgment, research, litigation and analytical skills.
• Assists in developing training materials and presenting seminars for the Claim Department.
• Works with the Claim Department and Litigation Department on special projects related to the practice or line of business as needed.
• Communicates with the Court, witnesses, opposing counsel and clients in a manner consistent with established office procedures and the Code of Professional Conduct.
• Responsible for the prompt, efficient and effective disposition of assigned cases.
• Keeps current with market trends and demands. Attends continuing legal education seminars in order to maintain high level of professional expertise.

Required:

• New York State Bar licensed attorney in good standing
• Knowledge of State laws, local court policies and procedures
• Strong legal research and writing skills
• 5+ years' relevant practice group litigation experience

Preferred:

• Defense based civil litigation experience
• Experience with legal software and dictation
• Experience with Westlaw
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Teams and Word

The expected salary range for this role is $110,300-$175,000/year. Please note that the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon a wide range of factors considered in making the compensation decision, including, but not limited to, candidate skills, experience, education and training, the scope and responsibilities of the role, as well as market and business considerations.