Defense Attorney - Automobile Injury Defense Litigation at Miller, Leiby & Associates, P.C. | New York, United States | Rezi

Defense Attorney - Automobile Injury Defense Litigation at Miller, Leiby & Associates, P.C.

Defense Attorney - Automobile Injury Defense Litigation

Miller, Leiby & Associates, P.C. · New York, United States

3 days ago

Defense Attorney - Automobile Injury Defense Litigation

Miller, Leiby & Associates, P.C. · New York, United States

4 days ago
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About the Role

Miller Leiby, a boutique insurance defense firm, seeks an experienced Insurance Defense Attorney for its Automobile Litigation practice. The role involves defending auto bodily injury and no-fault/PIP matters for insurers and self-insured entities.

Responsibilities

  • Handle all phases of automobile negligence litigation, from pleadings through trial.
  • Draft motions, discovery, comprehensive case evaluations, and settlement evaluations.
  • Appear at depositions, mediations, arbitrations, and court conferences.
  • Communicate regularly with carriers, claims adjusters, and clients.
  • Manage a moderate to high-volume caseload with attention to deadlines and strategy.

Requirements

  • JD from an accredited law school.
  • Admitted to practice in New York (admission in other jurisdictions a plus).
  • Minimum 3 years of insurance defense experience with a focus on auto bodily injury, no-fault, and SUM/UM claims.
  • Primary case venue will be NYC and surrounding counties.
  • Strong writing, oral advocacy, and client-management skills.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

  • Insurance defense
  • Auto bodily injury defense
  • No-fault/PIP defense
  • SUM/UM claims defense
  • Litigation
  • Motion drafting
  • Discovery management
  • Case evaluation
  • Settlement negotiation
  • Deposition representation
  • Mediation representation
  • Arbitration representation
  • Court appearances
  • Client communication
  • Caseload management
  • Writing
  • Oral advocacy
  • Client management
  • Independent work
  • Collaborative work

Location

  • New York
  • New Jersey

Work Type

  • Full-time

Experience Level

  • 3+ years of experience

Education Level

  • Juris Doctor (JD)

Salary/Compensations

  • $140,000 - $180,000

Benefits

  • Employee discounts
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • 401(k)
  • Opportunity for advancement
  • Profit sharing

About the Company

  • Miller Leiby is a boutique insurance defense firm with offices in New York and New Jersey.
  • Offers an entrepreneurial firm culture that encourages mentorship, professional growth, and direct partner involvement.
  • Provides a collaborative, collegial, and professional environment.

Equal Opportunity

  • Miller Leiby is an equal opportunity employer.