Associate Attorney - Special Investigation Unit and Liability

Liberty Mutual Insurance•Rochester, NY

1d•$100,000 - $171,000•Remote

About The Position

Liberty Mutual is hiring an Associate Attorney to provide legal support for special investigations and handle liability litigation. The role is primarily remote within New York, except for required appearances. Under moderate supervision, the attorney will work with Special Investigations Unit (SIU) professionals, claims representatives, and senior counsel to investigate and evaluate potentially fraudulent or materially misrepresented insurance claims. The attorney will also represent Liberty Mutual and its policyholders, as appropriate, in moderately complex civil litigation involving personal injury or property damage claims for monetary damages. The position calls for applying legal knowledge, investigative judgment, research skills, and client relationship capabilities to develop facts, assess legal risks, support well-reasoned claim decisions, and achieve effective litigation outcomes. Responsibilities include developing investigation strategies; conducting examinations under oath when authorized and appropriate; assisting with witness interviews and evidence development; researching applicable law; providing legal opinions; handling investigation-related litigation; managing liability cases through resolution; advising clients and claims professionals; using legal technology; maintaining accurate documentation; contributing to organizational improvement; and upholding legal ethics, confidentiality, and professional responsibility.

Requirements

Juris Doctor (JD) or LLB degree from an accredited law school.
Admission to the bar in New York and in good standing.
General knowledge of insurance law.
Proficiency in e-discovery, case management systems, and basic legal analysis tools.
Strong analytical, research, and legal writing skills.
Basic knowledge of negotiation techniques, including preparation, active listening, and problem-solving.
Demonstrated ability to manage cases from start to finish under supervision.
Effective written and oral communication and persuasion skills.
Ability to collaborate with clients, claims professionals, and senior attorneys.
Strong organization, process orientation, and time management skills.

Nice To Haves

Special licenses to practice before particular boards or federal courts may be required.

Responsibilities

Partner with SIU professionals and claims representatives to develop legally sound investigation strategies for claims involving suspected fraud, material misrepresentation, or other potentially improper activity.
Identify relevant legal issues, evidentiary needs, and appropriate investigative next steps using an objective, fact-based approach.
Prepare for and conduct examinations under oath when authorized and appropriate, and assist with witness interviews, document requests, and other fact-development activities.
Evaluate testimony, claim documentation, and other evidence to identify inconsistencies and determine whether additional investigation is warranted.
Research and analyze applicable law concerning insurance fraud, misrepresentation, policy conditions, and investigative procedures, and provide reasoned legal opinions to support claim evaluation.
Coordinate with coverage counsel or other designated counsel when appropriate.
Handle or support litigation arising from special investigations, including discovery, depositions, motions, hearings, and trial preparation.
Collaborate with senior counsel on matters involving moderately complex investigative and evidentiary issues.
Maintain effective working relationships with SIU, Claims, and legal partners, and share legal developments and practical guidance.
Manage assigned personal injury and property damage liability cases from inception through resolution, including pleadings, discovery, depositions, hearings, mediations, and trials.
Support Senior Trial Counsel and Senior Litigation Counsel in case preparation, management, and trial execution.
Assess liability, damages, and litigation exposure; develop defense strategies; and collaborate with claims representatives, insured clients, and senior counsel on case resolutions.
Provide strategic legal advice and timely updates to insured clients and claims professionals, maintaining strong client relationships.
Use e-discovery, legal research, and case management technologies to improve efficiency and support collaboration with remote team members.
Prepare accurate, thorough, and timely legal documents, investigative assessments, and case reports in accordance with legal standards and client expectations.
Participate in initiatives to improve efficiency, effectiveness, and best practices within Staff Legal and Global Legal & Compliance.
Uphold legal ethics, confidentiality, and professional responsibility; address conflicts of interest, preserve applicable privileges, and ensure compliance with governing law and licensing requirements.