Staff Attorney

Crum & Forster

. Handle varied personal injury caseload from inception through resolution .

Posted 10/22/2026full-timeNew York City • New York • United StatesLead💰 $151,700 - $222,500 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in personal injury defense litigation, including case management from inception to resolution, legal research, and trial preparation. Possesses strong analytical, negotiation, and communication skills essential for effective client representation and case strategy development.

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Defense Litigation ExperienceJuris DoctorNew York State Bar MembershipTrial ExperienceLegal Knowledge in Personal Injury

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Hard Skills

Legal ResearchPleadings PreparationDiscovery RequestsMotions PreparationDeposition ConductingCase Strategy DevelopmentSettlement AnalysisTrial PreparationMedical Issue KnowledgeCase Value Analysis

Soft Skills

Strong Writing SkillsCritical ThinkingStrategic ThinkingCustomer Service CommitmentOrganizational Skills

Tools & Technologies

Billing SystemsLegal Technology

Certifications & Qualifications

New York State Bar Membership

Industry Keywords

Personal Injury LitigationDefense CounselNew York Legal StandardsCase ManagementClient Communication

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Handle varied personal injury caseload from inception through resolution
Prepare pleadings and discovery requests and responses
Prepare motions as necessary in conjunction with case strategy
Conduct legal and medical research
Conduct depositions
Provide clients and claim professionals with timely analysis and recommendations
Communicate with courts, clients, witnesses, opposing counsel and co-defendants
Prepare and present witnesses and evidence at depositions, bench or jury trials, mediations and arbitrations
Work closely with claim professionals and clients to develop successful case strategies
Bring cases to prompt, efficient, effective and successful conclusions
Use technology and billing systems appropriately
Delegate work appropriately
Utilize office staff appropriately
Perform other duties as necessary or assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Domiciled in New York, NY
Member in good standing of the New York State Bar
Juris Doctor
Minimum of 5 to 10 years of defense litigation experience, either in-house or with fee counsel firm
Has tried cases to conclusion
Considerable legal knowledge in the defense of personal injury litigation in the City of New York
Knowledge of medical issues
Ability to analyze and make recommendations as to settlement or trial of a case together with case values
Ability to understand and communicate complex factual legal or medical issues
Ability to work independently
Ability to multi-task
Strong writing skills
Critical and strategic thinker
Commitment to high levels of customer service
Strong negotiation skills
Excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize time and responsibilities
Ability to innovate and develop new systems for the office
Demonstrated leadership
Commitment to professional development
Volunteers within the workplace and community

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive compensation package
Generous 401K employer match
Employee Stock Purchase plan with employer matching
Generous Paid Time Off
Health, dental and vision benefits
Wellness programs focused on physical, mental and financial wellbeing
Tuition reimbursement
Industry-related certifications
Professional training
Dynamic, ambitious, fun and exciting work environment
Matching donation program
Volunteer opportunities
Employee-driven corporate giving program