CNA Financial Corporation

Senior Litigation Attorney - General Liability/New York Labor Law

CNA Financial Corporation • $187K — $235K *
Tarrytown, NY 10591In-Person
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8 - 10 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Juris Doctor with New York bar license required.
  • Minimum 10 years of experience in claims or law with increasing responsibility.
  • Extensive insurance defense experience with commercial lines matters.
  • In-depth knowledge of New York Labor Law §§ 240(1) and 241(6).
  • Proven track record in trial and litigation management.

Responsibilities

  • Handle complex insurance defense cases from pleadings to trial for optimal outcomes.
  • Develop and execute litigation strategies, including preparing briefs and motions.
  • Serve as first chair in high complexity bench and jury trials in state and federal court.
  • Communicate effectively with clients and stakeholders for case management.
  • Conduct legal research and analysis to guide clients on legal matters.
  • Prepare opinions on legal issues and counsel clients to avoid unsound decisions.
  • Mentor and supervise junior attorneys and paralegals when necessary.

Benefits

  • Opportunities for professional development and mentorship.
  • Collaborative work environment with an emphasis on team success.
  • Exposure to high-profile cases in both state and federal courts.
  • Potential for a hybrid work model, balancing in-office and remote work.
Full Job Description
The Law Offices of Fishman and Cabrera at CNA Staff Counsel seek an independent, organized, and self motivated Senior Trial Attorney. The successful candidate must have insurance defense experience handling commercial lines matters, with extensive knowledge of general liability, including substantive experience with New York Labor Law §§ 240(1) and 241(6), contractual indemnification issues between parties, commercial premises liability, and commercial auto claims. The attorney is expected to handle matters from inception through trial (pre suit through resolution). Timely reporting to clients and claims partners is required.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Performs a combination of duties in accordance with departmental guidelines:
  • Handles highly complex or specialized insurance defense or coverage matters from pleadings through trial driving for superior results.
  • Manages preparation litigation preparation. Develops the litigation strategy, and prepares/directs the preparation of all necessary materials i.e., briefs, motions, discovery, depositions, experts, etc. Advises whether a case should be tried or settled and actively drives case to resolution with an appropriate sense of urgency.
  • Handles high complexity or exposure bench and jury trials as first chair in both state and federal court as necessary. Tries all aspects of cases including court appearances, trial preparation, motions, discovery and negotiations. May provide trial coaching/oversight/ assistance to other attorneys.
  • Communicates regularly and concisely with clients, claim professionals, leadership and others to ensure appropriate level of understanding and documentation exists for effective case management.
  • Conducts legal research and analysis of facts and information to provide counsel and guidance on legal questions or issues.
  • Prepares opinions or position papers on various legal issues and interpretation of legal issues/provisions.
  • Counsels client/management/claim professionals to avoid legally unsound decisions or plans and when changes in the law occur.
  • May supervise, train, or mentor other attorneys and paralegals. Educates department staff on appropriate procedures (e.g., claims, etc).
  • Collaboratively works with clients, claim professionals, underwriting, risk control and other 3rd parties while resolving legal issues.
  • Works independently in resolving legal cases with minimal supervision.
  • Responds to government regulatory agencies as needed.


Reporting Relationship:
  • Typically Director or above


Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
  • Senior level advanced knowledge of the law as well as legal theories, principles, practices and procedures of litigation management within an insurance organization.
  • Ability to work collaboratively with others to achieve desired results.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication, negotiation and presentation skills.
  • Strong negotiation, consultative and facilitation skills with the ability to effectively interact with all internal and external business partners,
  • Ability to exercise independent judgment, and to work with and maintain confidential and sensitive information.
  • Excellent analytical and problem solving skills, and senior level skill in managing ambiguous situations and issues.
  • Proven ability to take a proactive long-term view of business goals and objectives in order to achieve strategic business results.
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and other business-related software ie Adobe, West Law, TeamConnect or other case management software.
  • Value driven to provide superior solutions to internal and/or external clients.
  • Acts with a sense of urgency to advance priorities of the client/organization.
  • Helps self and others to excel through collaboration and building strong relationships.
  • Thinks creatively and uses diverse ideas to solve problems.
  • Raises expectations of self and others by continuously learning and broadening industry and technical skills.


Education and Experience
  • Juris Doctor with New York bar required.
  • Typically requires a minimum of ten years of experience in claims and/or law firm with a progressively increasing level of responsibility. Requires trial and/or litigation experience. Requires a proven track record of results.
  • Requires experience handling New York Labor Law matters and strong Labor Law deposition.
  • Requires experience with Labor Law Sections 240(1) and 241(6) as well as contractual indemnification issues between the parties.


In New York, the average base pay range for the Senior Litigation Attorney role is $187,000 to $235,000. Salary determinations are based on various factors, including but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and location.

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About CNA Financial Corporation

CNA Financial Corporation provides commercial property and casualty insurance products primarily in the United States. It offers professional liability coverages and risk management services to various professional firms, including architects, real estate agents, and accounting and law firms; directors and officers, employment practices, fiduciary, and fidelity coverages to small and mid-size firms, public and privately held firms, and not-for-profit organizations; and commercial property, general liability, cyber liability, umbrella, and excess liability, as well as various other property and casualty coverages for healthcare institutions, professional services firms, and other specialized industries. The company also provides warranty and service contracts for consumer goods, and extended service contracts for consumer automobiles and recreational vehicles; and accident and health, and group life insurance products. In addition, it offers management and professional liability insurance and risk management services, as well as other specialized property and casualty coverages to various healthcare organizations, including hospitals, physician groups, and nursing homes. The company markets its products through independent agents, brokers, and general underwriters to various customers, including small, medium, and large businesses; insurance companies; associations; and other industry groups. CNA Financial Corporation was founded in 1853 and is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois.
Learn more about CNA Financial Corporation
Size
5,600 employees
Market Cap
$11.2 billion
Industry
Finance & Insurance
Net Income
$690 million
Founded
1973
5 Year Trend
+4.7%
Revenue
$10.8 billion
NASDAQ
CNA
* Ladders Estimates

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