Insurance Defense Attorney - NY Labor Law in New York

Date Posted: Monday, June 30, 2025

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Position: Insurance Defense Attorney – NY Labor Law
Location: New York, NY (Hybrid: 2–3 Days In-Office Weekly)
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About the Role:
A highly regarded insurance defense law firm with deep roots in New York and New Jersey is seeking a Labor Law Attorney to join their growing New York practice. The firm is known for its litigation strength, national and international client base, and strong team culture. This is a hybrid role offering flexibility and growth for attorneys seeking to build long-term careers in complex defense litigation.

Key Practice Area:

  • New York Labor Law (Sections 200, 240(1), 241(6))

  • Construction accident litigation

  • General insurance defense litigation

What You’ll Do:

  • Manage a caseload from initial pleadings through trial prep

  • Draft motions, conduct depositions, and make court appearances

  • Engage with clients, claims professionals, and opposing counsel

  • Participate in mediations, arbitrations, and settlement negotiations

Ideal Candidate Profile:

  • JD from an accredited law school

  • Active license to practice in New York, New Jersey license a plus

  • Minimum 1 year of experience in insurance defense or construction litigation (Labor Law experience highly preferred)

  • Strong litigation, writing, and organizational skills

Compensation & Perks:

  • Base Salary: Starting at $115,000 (1st year) up to $175,000, depending on experience

  • Bonus Structure: Earn 50% commission on all billables over 1,950 hours annually

  • Benefits: Full medical/dental/vision, PTO, paid holidays, 401(k) with firm contribution

  • Hybrid Flexibility: 2–3 days in-office, with increased flexibility over time

About the Firm (Confidential):
This firm, established in the 1980s, is widely respected in the insurance defense space, with over two dozen attorneys handling complex litigation throughout New York and New Jersey. Their reputation is built on deep legal expertise in labor law, product liability, toxic torts, environmental claims, and professional liability. The partners are seasoned litigators with decades of experience, and the firm maintains a supportive and collaborative environment while delivering elite-level advocacy in state and federal courts.

Confidential inquiries welcomed!

Contact Shannon Flower directly:
📧 shannon.flower@gogpac.com
📱 986-999-4419

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.