NY Associate Attorney - Remote in NYC / LI

Job Description

Job Description

Our nationwide law firm specializes in solving problems faced by entities that own or hold security interests in motor vehicles and other assets, e.g., banks, finance companies, and fleet companies. Due to the volume of cases sent to us by our clients, we are growing rapidly and looking to expand our team.

We are seeking an Attorney located in the NYC / LI area who is licensed to practice law in New York. Civil litigation experience is strongly preferred.

Primary Needs :

• Self-starter with meticulous attention to detail, capable of managing high-volume caseloads, and able to handle deadlines in a timely manner.
• Competency in the use of and ability to learn job related technologies such as Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, and Teams; internet browsers; and case management software.
• Strong negotiation skills to resolve impound lien disputes with repair shops, tow yards, and government agencies as well as to resolve property damage claims with insurance adjusters and opposing counsel.
• Litigation skills for when negotiations fail; engage in ADR (e.g., arbitration) or when necessary, commence litigation and handle all aspects of the lawsuit.
• Timely review of new assignments : analyze, interpret, and evaluate all avenues to resolve cases for clients with legal / financial interest in high dollar value assets.
• Communicate directly with interested parties, including but not limited to, insurance adjusters, insurance claims supervisors, attorneys, body shops, tow yards, and clients by phone and through written correspondence.
• Negotiate and settle claims within discretionary authority; obtain necessary documents and releases from clients and confirm settlement satisfaction.
• Fully document all activity on the appropriate computer system(s); this includes recording all contacts, investigations, negotiations, and documentary evidence.
• Adhere to the Rules of Professional Conduct

What we offer :

COVID-19 considerations :

We operate fully remotely. All interviews and training will be conducted using Microsoft Teams. The successful candidate must provide their own computer equipment and internet service.

Work Location : Remote

In terms of experience, there is no “ideal” candidate for this position; we will review all resumes from entry-level to significantly experienced. We provide complete and comprehensive training once hired. All of our lawyers are full-time employees, and we currently do not establish of-counsel arrangements or co-counsel arrangements. We look for great lawyers in every state and in all practice areas, including non-traditional. In addition, given our growth, new supervisory and management positions are regularly being created. Note that due to conflicts checks reasons, no outside client representation is permitted.