Associate Counsel - No Fault

Location: New York

The Metropolitan Transportation Authority is North America's largest transportation network, serving a population of 15.3 million people across a 5,000-square-mile travel area surrounding New York City, Long Island, southeastern New York State, and Connecticut. The MTA network comprises the nation’s largest bus fleet and more subway and commuter rail cars than all other U.S. transit systems combined. MTA strives to provide a safe and reliable commute, excellent customer service, and rewarding opportunities.

This position is eligible for telework, which is currently one day per week. New hires are eligible to apply 30 days after their effective date of hire.

SUMMARY

This position will be responsible for managing all aspects of a No‑Fault caseload. No‑Fault cases are processed in the Supreme and Civil Courts across all five boroughs as well as in nearby counties.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage No‑Fault claims, as well as litigation and arbitration, including inter‑company arbitration for loss transfer and uninsured motorist claims.

• Respond to complaints, prepare motion documents, and draft discovery requests and responses, including writing legal memoranda.

• Review expert and medical reports, obtain subpoenaed records, and analyze both legal and factual issues.

• Attend court conferences, argue motions, and defend cases in arbitration.

• Oversee the activities of outside counsel to ensure quality and manage costs, while also supporting No‑Fault anti‑fraud initiatives and the Special Investigation Unit. This includes administering Examinations Under Oath (EUO) for both claimants and providers.

• Provide managerial and supervisory oversight to the unit's paralegal team.

• Advise management and claims examiners on the applicability of No‑Fault law and any changes that may occur.

• Effectively research and implement special projects as requested by the General Counsel.

• Handle additional special projects assigned by Senior Management.

• Select, develop, and motivate personnel within the department. Provide career development for subordinates. Provide prompt and effective coaching and counseling. Responsible for the discipline/termination of employees when necessary. Review the performance of staff. Create a professional environment that respects individual differences and enables all employees to develop and contribute to their full potential.

• Other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Experience in litigating No‑Fault matters.

• Must have knowledge of Regulations 68 and 83.

• Must have basic knowledge of the No‑Fault fee schedule and medical terminology is necessary.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Excellent organizational and presentation skills.

• Candidates should have good interpersonal and analytical skills, including the ability to solve complex legal problems.

• Demonstrated ability to work with all internal levels within a given organization, including the MTA Board.

• Demonstrated ability to communicate and interact well with external agencies. External agencies may include the Governor’s Office for New York State, New York City government, elected and other public officials, as well as any staff located at other federal or state agencies or authorities.

• Demonstrated ability to work in a high‑profile, high‑pressure environment effectively.

• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with key internal and/or external stakeholders.

• Must have strong managerial skills to effectively direct a staff of professional and technical employees in implementing the short‑ and long‑term goals and direction for the area of responsibility.

• Demonstrated ability to complete short‑ and long‑term projects effectively and as efficiently as possible.

• Demonstrated analytical capabilities and quantitative skills.

• Working knowledge of Windows, Lexis Nexis, Microsoft Office Suite or comparable applications, i.e., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

PREFERRED

• Attainment of or in the process of attaining specific functional licenses or certifications in the area of specialty, if applicable.

• Familiarity with the MTA’s policies and procedures.

• Familiarity with the MTA’s collective…