Remote Legal Counsel Position
Jobgether
Full-time
Remote
United States
This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Remote Associate Counsel. In this role, you will have the opportunity to make a significant impact by defending lawsuits in New York courts. You will be part of a dynamic team dedicated to ensuring quality legal coverage while contributing to a culture of excellence. Your work will involve crucial legal research, and collaborating closely with the Claims Department to provide valuable insights on legal matters. This position allows for personal and professional growth within a supportive remote environment.
Accountabilities
- Research laws and prepare legal briefs, opinions, and memoranda.
- Render opinions on liability, damages, and value as requested by the Claims Department.
- Prepare and handle pleadings, motions, and discovery.
- Defend assigned matters by trial or dispositive hearing as applicable.
Requirements
- 2 to 6+ years of experience in litigation, specifically in insurance defense and/or personal injury (REQUIRED).
- Juris Doctor degree (REQUIRED).
- Admission to the New York Bar (REQUIRED).
- Ability to travel as required for trials, hearings, and depositions.
- Strong writing skills for professional documentation.
- Capacity to follow complex instructions and resolve conflicts.
- Effective organization and multi-tasking abilities.
- Adaptability to learn and apply extensive technical information.
Benefits
- Comprehensive Total Rewards program for personalized coverage.
- Market-competitive compensation with 401K savings and matching.
- Tuition assistance and performance-based incentives.
- Access to mental healthcare and adoption assistance.
- Flexibility to work from anywhere in the US for up to four weeks annually.
Why Apply Through Jobgether?
We use an AI-powered matching process to ensure your application is reviewed quickly, objectively, and fairly against the role's core requirements. Our system identifies the top-fitting candidates, and this shortlist is then shared directly with the hiring company. The final decision and next steps (interviews, assessments) are managed by their internal team.
We appreciate your interest and wish you the best!
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