Pay: $125,000.00 - $165,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Join a respected, growing law firm with a strong reputation for excellence in litigation.
• Take ownership of meaningful insurance defense and transportation litigation cases from start to finish.
• Gain valuable courtroom experience while working alongside experienced attorneys.
• Enjoy a collaborative, team-oriented environment that values your ideas and professional development.
• Receive competitive compensation, medical and dental benefits, 401(k), and paid time off.
• Build a rewarding, long-term legal career with opportunities to expand your expertise and responsibilities.

Location

Brooklyn, NY | Full-Time | On-Site

Work from our Brooklyn office, collaborating directly with experienced legal professionals while building strong relationships and developing your litigation career.

Note

Candidates must be licensed to practice law in New York and have 3+ years of civil litigation experience. Experience in insurance defense, transportation litigation, or personal injury defense is highly preferred. We welcome attorneys with strong litigation backgrounds who are eager to grow in this practice area!

About Us

Confidential Employer.

We are an established, full-service law firm dedicated to delivering outstanding legal representation and personalized client service. Our attorneys work collaboratively across multiple practice areas, bringing practical solutions and strong advocacy to every case. We believe in supporting talented professionals, recognizing their contributions, and providing opportunities to thrive.

Job Description

We are seeking a motivated Insurance Defense Associate Attorney to join our Transportation Litigation team. This is an exciting opportunity for a litigation attorney who enjoys courtroom advocacy, complex legal challenges, and meaningful client interaction.

• Manage insurance defense and transportation litigation matters from inception through resolution.
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery demands, and other substantive litigation documents.
• Conduct and defend depositions, prepare witnesses, and develop effective case strategies.
• Represent clients at court conferences, hearings, oral arguments, and other proceedings.
• Conduct legal research, evaluate liability and damages, and develop strong defense strategies.
• Work collaboratively with attorneys, clients, and insurance representatives to achieve successful outcomes.
• Assist with trial preparation, settlement negotiations, and case resolution.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
• Active New York bar license required.
• 3+ years of civil litigation experience.
• Experience with depositions, motion practice, discovery, and court appearances.
• Strong legal research, writing, advocacy, and case management skills.
• Ability to manage deadlines and work independently while contributing to a team.
• Insurance defense, transportation litigation, or personal injury defense experience preferred.
• Familiarity with New York No-Fault law or New Jersey bar admission is a plus.

Why You Will Love Working Here

At our firm, you'll find more than just another attorney position. You'll join a supportive legal team where your work makes a difference, your professional development matters, and your contributions are valued.

We offer the opportunity to sharpen your litigation skills, handle interesting cases, and grow your career in a collegial, professional environment.

Ready to take the next step in your litigation career? We'd love to hear from you!

JPC - 2819

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Requirements: NY bar license. 3+ years of civil litigation experience, preferably insurance defense, transportation litigation, or personal injury defense.

• Required Years as Associate: 3+
• If remote:
• Salary Bands (Only if attorney role):
  • 3–4 years: $125,000–$135,000
  • 5–7 years: $135,000–$150,000
  • 8+ years: $150,000–$165,000

Submission Email: Dawn - [email protected]

Quick Recruiter Reference

Established NY full-service law firm hiring an Insurance Defense Associate Attorney for transportation and civil defense litigation. Handles pleadings, discovery, depositions, motions, and court appearances. Brooklyn on-site; NY bar required; 3+ years civil litigation experience; $125K–$165K.

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• Client job title: Insurance Defense Associate Attorney – Transportation Litigation
• Location: Brooklyn, NY
• On-site, hybrid, remote: On-site
• Experience: 3
• Good fit job titles/keywords for candidates: Insurance Defense Attorney, Civil Litigation Associate, Transportation Litigation Attorney, Personal Injury Defense Attorney, General Liability Defense Attorney, Auto Liability Attorney, Litigation Associate

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