Insurance Defense Attorney

Farmers Insurance

. Represent clients in all areas of New York PIP defense practice .

Posted 10/23/2026full-timeNew York City • New York • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $96,075 - $174,240 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in New York PIP defense practice, managing low-complexity cases from intake to resolution while effectively communicating and negotiating with clients and external constituents. Proficient in civil litigation and personal injury law, with strong technical aptitude for operating in a virtual environment.

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Licensed To Practice LawCivil Litigation ExperiencePublic SpeakingStrong Verbal CommunicationEffective Negotiation Skills

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Hard Skills

Case ManagementPleadings PreparationMotions PreparationDiscovery PreparationTrial SupportLegal ResearchDecision-MakingTime ManagementPriority Setting

Soft Skills

Strong Listening SkillsExcellent Written CommunicationJudgmentAbility To Function In Adversarial Situations

Tools & Technologies

Virtual TechnologyPaperless Environment

Certifications & Qualifications

Licensed To Practice Law

Industry Keywords

New York PIP DefensePersonal InjuryBodily InjuryCivil Litigation

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Represent clients in all areas of New York PIP defense practice
Handle primarily low-complexity, low-exposure cases
Manage cases from intake through resolution
Prepare pleadings, motions, discovery, and briefs
Attend hearings, conferences, interviews, mediations, arbitrations, and trials
Proactively inform leadership about case-handling opportunities and challenges
Consult with the Claims Department on legal aspects of files
Perform tasks supporting efficient case management
Handle second-chair trials and trials involving minimally complex or low-exposure cases
Support senior attorneys on matters of greater complexity or exposure
Receive developmental assignments involving moderately complex or higher-exposure matters

Requirements

What you’ll need

Licensed to practice Law in applicable states required upon hire
Bachelor's degree preferred
Civil litigation and/or personal/bodily injury experience preferred
Public speaking
Ability to function in adversarial or confrontational situations
Driving
Strong verbal communication and listening skills
Excellent written communication skills
Effective negotiation skills
Ability to represent the company with external constituents
Excellent judgment and decision-making skills
Time management and priority-setting skills
Strong technical aptitude
Proficient at using technology in a virtual, paperless environment
Ability to travel between Farmers offices, alternative work locations, and/or field locations as required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual bonus potential up to 15% of the salary
Generous 401k
Auto allowance
PTO
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Paid parental leave
Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
Life Insurance
Tuition Assistance
Volunteer projects
Competitive benefits package