Lewis Brisbois
Senior Lateral Attorney Recruitment Manager; AV Preeminent® Rated Attorney
The New York office of Lewis Brisbois, a full-service AmLaw 100 firm, is actively seeking an attorney to join its Transportation Practice.
The ideal candidate will be admitted to practice in New York and have at least eight (8+) years of insurance defense experience handling matters involving heavy trucking/tractor trailer and cargo and freight carriers.
The attorneys of Lewis Brisbois' Transportation Practice are extensively involved in the defense of the trucking industry, representing freight carriers, transportation brokers, truck insurers, public entities, school bus operators, long and short haul truckers, and waste management groups engaged in both intra-state and interstate transportation. We have considerable litigation and trial experience and have dealt with a broad variety of issues that are pervasive in the industry, including negligent hiring and retention, hours of service, Engine Control Module (ECM) data, messaging and positioning data, DOT compliance, and accident reconstruction. Our clients have enjoyed excellent case results through our handling of their matters.
Responsibilities
Draft and respond to discovery requests and initial pleadings.
Draft and argue motions.
Take and defend depositions.
Manage multiple projects in a fast‑paced environment.
Work independently and as part of a team.
Qualifications
Admitted to practice in New York.
Minimum of eight (8+) years of insurance defense experience in heavy trucking/tractor trailer and cargo/freight carrier matters.
Strong writing and analytical skills.
Ability to manage multiple projects.
Self‑starter attitude with excellent teamwork skills.
Benefits We offer competitive compensation and in addition, Lewis Brisbois offers a range of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and 401k with employer match.
Minimum Salary
USD $180,000.00/Yr.
Maximum Salary
USD $220,000.00/Yr.
Seniority level Associate
Employment type Full-time
Job function Legal
Industries Law Practice, Legal Services, and Insurance
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The ideal candidate will be admitted to practice in New York and have at least eight (8+) years of insurance defense experience handling matters involving heavy trucking/tractor trailer and cargo and freight carriers.
The attorneys of Lewis Brisbois' Transportation Practice are extensively involved in the defense of the trucking industry, representing freight carriers, transportation brokers, truck insurers, public entities, school bus operators, long and short haul truckers, and waste management groups engaged in both intra-state and interstate transportation. We have considerable litigation and trial experience and have dealt with a broad variety of issues that are pervasive in the industry, including negligent hiring and retention, hours of service, Engine Control Module (ECM) data, messaging and positioning data, DOT compliance, and accident reconstruction. Our clients have enjoyed excellent case results through our handling of their matters.
Responsibilities
Draft and respond to discovery requests and initial pleadings.
Draft and argue motions.
Take and defend depositions.
Manage multiple projects in a fast‑paced environment.
Work independently and as part of a team.
Qualifications
Admitted to practice in New York.
Minimum of eight (8+) years of insurance defense experience in heavy trucking/tractor trailer and cargo/freight carrier matters.
Strong writing and analytical skills.
Ability to manage multiple projects.
Self‑starter attitude with excellent teamwork skills.
Benefits We offer competitive compensation and in addition, Lewis Brisbois offers a range of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and 401k with employer match.
Minimum Salary
USD $180,000.00/Yr.
Maximum Salary
USD $220,000.00/Yr.
Seniority level Associate
Employment type Full-time
Job function Legal
Industries Law Practice, Legal Services, and Insurance
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