Friedman Williams
Associate- Professional Liability New York NY
Job ID: 16821
We are partnering with a mid-sized law firm located in Midtown NYC. Our client specializes in insurance law matters and coverage litigation, with a primary focus on professional liability and employment practices liability. They are currently seeking a ’20 or ’21 graduate/recent graduate to join their professional liability department and handle lawyers professional liability (LPL) and employment practices liability (EPL) claims and coverage matters.
Responsibilities:
- Claims Handling: Manage lawyers professional liability (LPL) and employment practices liability (EPL) claims from inception to resolution.
- Coverage Analysis: Analyze insurance policies and provide guidance on coverage matters related to professional liability and employment practices.
- Legal Research: Conduct comprehensive legal research to support claims handling and coverage analysis.
- Written Advocacy: Prepare well-reasoned legal documents, including pleadings, motions, and settlement agreements.
- Client Communication: Maintain regular communication with clients, providing updates on case progress and advising on legal strategies.
Qualifications:
- Education: ’20 or ’21 graduate/recent graduate from an accredited law school.
- Skills: Excellent writing and analytical skills are essential for this role.
- Self-Starter: Ability to work independently and proactively manage caseload.
- Team Player: Collaborate effectively with colleagues and demonstrate a strong commitment to teamwork.
- Bar Admission: Must be admitted to practice law in New York (NY Bar Admission required).
Our client is known for their expertise in insurance law and their commitment to providing exceptional legal services to their clients. This position offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic professional liability department, handling challenging LPL and EPL matters.
Salary Range:$123,000-$135,000
To apply for this position, please submit your resume to Glenda Gilles at ggilles@grantmaxie.com