SIU Litigation Attorney – 2+ Yrs Experience – New York, NY; Westchester, NY; Melville, NY

Marshall Dennehey • New York, NY

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Marshall Dennehey, a leading Am Law 200 civil defense law firm with more than sixty years of service to corporate, insurance, and individual clients, is seeking an SIU Litigation Attorney for its New York offices. The role may be based in New York, NY; Purchase, NY; or Melville, NY. The attorney will use litigation and investigative skills to defend against fraudulent medical and other claims filed against insurance carriers and commercial insureds, and to pursue affirmative actions, including RICO-based litigation. Matters may involve BI, UM, trucking and transportation, Labor Law, first-party property, PIP, and workers’ compensation. The attorney will also apply legal writing skills and negotiate complex matters.

The compensation range is $130,000–$155,000, negotiable based on experience and portable business. The firm offers a competitive salary with multiple financial bonus opportunities throughout the year, a comprehensive employee benefits package, and a firm-funded Marshall Associate Advantage™ Lifestyle Account. The firm seeks attorneys interested in advancing within the firm and notes a preference for a steady and consistent work history. Marshall Dennehey is an Equal Opportunity Employer and supports and encourages workplace diversity.

Requirements

• At least two years of experience.
• Strong litigation and investigative skills.
• Strong legal writing skills.
• A passion for combating fraud against the insurance industry.

Nice To Haves

• Portable business.
• A steady and consistent work history.
• Interest in advancing within the firm while assisting others to do the same.

Responsibilities

• Partner with various SIU departments to defend against fraudulent claims submitted against clients.
• Research, prepare, file, and litigate fraud actions on behalf of the company, including actions under the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act (RICO) and other affirmative actions.
• Prepare litigation strategies and negotiate complex matters.
• Review file assignments and strategize for resolution.
• Propound discovery and draft motions, memorandums, and other legal briefs as required.
• Prepare for and conduct depositions and examinations under oath (EUOs).
• Attend arbitrations, mediations, and trials, including proceedings involving expert witnesses.
• Prepare for and conduct court appearances, including matter management conferences, hearings, and status conferences, in state and federal court.
• Draft pretrial and post-trial motions in federal and state courts.
• Negotiate settlements and draft related documents.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with multiple financial bonus opportunities throughout the year.
• Comprehensive employee benefits package.
• Firm-funded Marshall Associate Advantage™ Lifestyle Account, which can cover student loan repayments, gym memberships, dry cleaning, theme park tickets, and home-delivered meal kits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed