Insurance Defense Litigation Attorney (Associate)

Company: Malapero Prisco & Klauber
Location: New York City
Posted on: February 26, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description This is a Hybrid Opportunity located in White Plains, NY You must be willing and able to commute to this location and be registered with the NY bar. Insurance Defense Litigation Attorney (Associate) Malapero Prisco & Klauber LLP is hiring a litigation attorney to join our growing insurance defense and general liability practice. We’re open to junior and mid-level associates with strong litigation experience and a desire to take ownership of files in a collaborative environment. What You’ll Do Handle a caseload from inception through resolution Draft and argue motions, manage discovery, and take depositions Attend court appearances in NYC, Westchester, Nassau & Suffolk Work directly with clients and insurance carriers Support trial prep, mediations, and settlement negotiations Preferred Experience Insurance defense or tort/general liability litigation Construction-related claims or NY Labor Law (plus) 2 years of litigation experience preferred Requirements JD from an accredited law school Active admission to the New York State Bar Strong writing, communication, and case strategy skills Compensation Benefits Junior Associate: $85,000 – $120,000 Senior Associate: $120,000 – $200,000 Hybrid schedule ( 3 days in-office / 2 remote ) Health, Dental, Vision 401(k) with match PTO 11 federal holidays Commuter benefits employee discounts Location White Plains, NY or New York, NY Malapero Prisco & Klauber LLP provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Malapero Prisco & Klauber LLP is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at Malapero Prisco & Klauber LLP via email, the Internet, or in any form and/or method without a valid written Statement of Work in place for this position from Malapero Prisco & Klauber LLP HR/Recruitment will be deemed the sole property of Malapero Prisco & Klauber LLP. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Malapero Prisco & Klauber LLP as a result of the referral or through other means. Company Description Malapero Prisco & Klauber LLP, specializes in providing litigation and related services to the insurance industry. Areas of practice include construction accidents, insurance coverage, general insurance defense including motor vehicle, premises liability and product liability, property damage/subrogation defense services for insurance carriers, third-party administrators, municipalities, and self-insured entities. Company Description Malapero Prisco & Klauber LLP, specializes in providing litigation and related services to the insurance industry. Areas of practice include construction accidents, insurance coverage, general insurance defense including motor vehicle, premises liability and product liability, property damage/subrogation defense services for insurance carriers, third-party administrators, municipalities, and self-insured entities.

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