Senior Staff Attorney

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in New York.

📋 Description

• Manage lawsuits autonomously related to motor vehicle accidents, premises liability, and Labor Law/construction incidents.

• Draft pleadings, written discovery, motions, and briefs to support defense strategies without oversight.

• Perform legal research and independently devise and present defense strategies for clients.

• Evaluate substantive and procedural legal and factual matters.

• Offer timely communication, legal counsel, and additional services to Claims customers and clients regarding legal and factual issues in a technology-focused environment.

• Interact with the court, witnesses, opposing counsel, and co-counsel in accordance with established office protocols.

• Efficiently and effectively resolve assigned cases in a timely manner.

• Participate in continuing legal education seminars to uphold a high standard of professional knowledge.

⛳️ Requirements

• A minimum of seven (7) to ten (10) years of experience in legal litigation.

• Juris Doctorate (JD) degree from an accredited law institution.

• Valid license to practice law in New York State.

• Good standing member of the New York State Bar.

• Familiarity with New York Supreme and Civil courts.

• Federal admission in SDNY and EDNY is advantageous.

• Strong skills in legal research and writing.

• Excellent organizational abilities and skill in prioritizing tasks.

• First Chair trial experience is a plus, though not mandatory.

• Strong communication skills alongside proficiency in computer and technological tools.

• Ability to quickly adapt to new software.

• Positive, collaborative team-oriented attitude.

• High-speed broadband cable internet service with minimum upload/download speeds of 3Mbps/30Mbps.

• The internet provider's device must be hardwired to the Hartford-issued router and/or computer.

🏝️ Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package aimed at enhancing overall well-being for employees and their families.

• Opportunities for short-term or annual bonuses.

• Long-term incentive plans.

• Instant recognition for outstanding performance.

• Option for remote work.

• Choice to work from the New York City office.

• Access to continuing legal education seminars.