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Litigation Attorneys - Malpractice & Insurance Defense

Jobot, New York, NY, United States


Senior Litigators & Trial Attorneys – NYC Metro | Top Malpractice Defense Firm!
Leading full-service litigation law firm based in NYC, specializing in Malpractice/Negligence Defense. Representing major hospital systems, nursing homes, assisted living facilities, managed care organizations, individual physicians, medical professionals and facilities nationwide.

We are actively expanding across the New York Metro Area, including New Jersey, Manhattan, Long Island, and White Plains, and are hiring malpractice defense litigation attorneys at all levels.

Compensation & Benefits

Salary: $150,000 - $250,000 per year

Competitive salary commensurate with experience ($150K–$225K+ depending on background)

Hybrid and remote work flexibility available based on experience and location

Full benefits package including health, dental, vision, and 401(k)

Generous bonus structure – monthly bonuses and origination bonuses

6‑month paid parental leave

25 PTO days

Position Overview
The ideal candidate will have substantial experience handling insurance defense and general liability matters, including medical malpractice, personal injury, and professional liability.

Key Responsibilities

Manage or support a caseload of malpractice and general liability defense matters

Conduct legal research, draft pleadings, motions, discovery responses, and legal memoranda

Handle court appearances, including conferences, oral arguments, depositions, mediations, and trials

Collaborate with senior attorneys and partners on case strategy and trial preparation

Maintain and build strong client relationships with hospitals, physicians, and insurers

Qualifications

J.D. from an accredited law school

Active bar admission in New York and/or New Jersey

2+ years of litigation experience handling malpractice, medical negligence, or insurance defense litigation

Strong litigation and case management skills, including deposition and courtroom experience

Experience litigating in New Jersey state and/or federal courts highly preferred

Locations Hiring

Manhattan (NYC)

Long Island (Nassau & Suffolk Counties)

White Plains (Westchester County)

New Jersey (Northern & Central regions)

Equal Opportunity Employer and EEO Statement
Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

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