Litigation Attorney (Associate) - Insurance Defense

***This is a Hybrid Opportunity located in White Plains, NY*** You must be willing and able to commute to this location and be registered with the NY bar.

Insurance Defense Litigation Attorney (Associate)

Malapero Prisco & Klauber LLP is hiring a litigation attorney to join our growing insurance defense and general liability practice.

We’re open to junior and mid-level associates with strong litigation experience and a desire to take ownership of files in a collaborative environment.

What You’ll Do

• Handle a caseload from inception through resolution
• Draft and argue motions, manage discovery, and take depositions
• Attend court appearances in NYC, Westchester, Nassau & Suffolk
• Work directly with clients and insurance carriers
• Support trial prep, mediations, and settlement negotiations

Preferred Experience

• Insurance defense or tort/general liability litigation
• Construction-related claims or NY Labor Law (plus)
• 2+ years of litigation experience preferred

Requirements

• JD from an accredited law school
• Active admission to the New York State Bar
• Strong writing, communication, and case strategy skills

Compensation + Benefits

• Junior Associate: $85,000 – $120,000
• Senior Associate: $120,000 – $200,000
• Hybrid schedule (3 days in-office / 2 remote)
• Health, Dental, Vision
• 401(k) with match
• PTO + 11 federal holidays
• Commuter benefits + employee discounts

Location

White Plains, NY or New York, NY

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