Partner Attorney - Litigation (Insurance Defense I NY Labor Law)New York, NY%LABEL_POSITION_TYPE_FULL_TIME%
Job Description
Partner – Litigation (Insurance Defense | New York Labor Law)
Location: Remote (Must reside within commutable distance to New York courts for appearances)
Compensation: Competitive; commensurate with experience
About the Opportunity
We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established, growth-oriented insurance defense firm seeking an experienced Litigation Partner to help lead its New York practice. This is a senior-level role designed for an attorney who excels in strategy, oversight, mentorship, and client leadership, rather than day-to-day case handling.
The ideal candidate brings deep experience defending construction accident and New York Labor Law matters and enjoys guiding litigation strategy, supporting attorney development, and serving as a trusted advisor to clients and insurers.
The Role
As a Partner, you will play a key leadership role within the litigation team, providing high-level oversight of complex matters while helping maintain strong, long-term client relationships. You’ll collaborate closely with associates and senior attorneys, ensure litigation quality standards are met, and step in as needed on high-impact cases.
This role offers the flexibility of a remote-first environment while remaining actively engaged in New York court appearances when required.
Key Responsibilities
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Provide strategic oversight and direction on complex insurance defense litigation matters
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Serve as a primary point of contact for clients, carriers, and stakeholders
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Review pleadings, motion practice, and litigation strategy to ensure quality and consistency
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Mentor and develop junior and senior attorneys through guidance and feedback
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Support firm leadership by maintaining high professional and performance standards
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Step into matters as needed to ensure effective outcomes
Required Qualifications
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Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school
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Active admission to the New York Bar (in good standing)
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7-10 years of litigation experience within insurance defense
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Strong experience with New York Labor Law, including construction accident defense
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Prior experience working within an insurance defense law firm
Preferred Experience & Skills
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Background defending construction/workplace accident cases
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Proven leadership, mentorship, or supervisory experience
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Strong client-facing and relationship management skills
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Ability to think strategically and manage complex litigation portfolios
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Experience guiding associates and contributing to firm growth
Why This Opportunity
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Senior leadership role with meaningful influence over litigation strategy
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Opportunity to mentor attorneys and shape a growing practice
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Remote-first flexibility with structured court involvement
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Stable, sophisticated caseload with long-term client relationships
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Clear runway for continued leadership and professional impact