Senior Staff Attorney

The Hartford•New York, NY

2d•$132,400 - $198,600•Remote

About The Position

The Hartford is hiring an in-house Senior Staff Attorney for a remote position litigating cases primarily in Queens and Nassau Counties. The role is suited to an experienced attorney with meaningful litigation experience in premises liability and commercial and personal motor vehicle accident cases. The attorney handles cases independently from inception through trial, works with other experienced litigators in a collegial firm environment, and reports to the Managing Attorney. The position focuses on delivering the best possible results in pending litigation, including moderately complex and moderately high-exposure matters. The annualized base pay range is $132,400–$198,600. Actual pay may vary based on factors including performance, proficiency, and demonstrated competencies. Additional rewards may include short-term or annual bonuses, long-term incentives, and on-the-spot recognition.

Requirements

Juris Doctorate (JD) from an accredited law school.
License to practice in New York State.
Member in good standing of the New York State Bar Association.
Minimum of 7 years of insurance defense legal experience.
Knowledge of area courts.
Strong legal research and writing skills.
Excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize duties and time.
Strong communication, computer, and technological skills, including the ability to quickly leverage new AI tools.
Demonstrated expertise and familiarity in handling claim cases and litigation.
Meaningful litigation experience in premises liability and commercial and personal motor vehicle accident cases.
Demonstrated ability to handle cases independently from inception through trial.

Nice To Haves

Admission to practice in federal courts.

Responsibilities

Handle moderately complex and moderately high-exposure litigation.
Analyze intricate substantive, procedural, legal, and factual issues; conduct extensive, well-reasoned legal research; and independently develop and present defense strategies for a variety of clients.
Prepare pleadings, written discovery, depositions, motions, and briefs in support of defense strategies with minimal supervision.
Provide timely communications, information, legal advice, and other services to clients and claims partners on legal and factual issues in a technology-driven environment.
Communicate respectfully with the Court, clients, claims partners, witnesses, opposing counsel, and co-counsel in accordance with office procedures and professional standards.
Promptly, efficiently, and effectively dispose of assigned cases.
Independently prepare and present witnesses and evidence at trial, judicial and administrative hearings, and alternative dispute resolutions.
Provide opinions to the Managing Attorney, Assistant Managing Attorney, staff, clients, and claims customers.
Attend continuing legal education seminars to maintain a high level of professional expertise.