Partner Attorney
City of White Plains, White Plains, Westchester County, New York, 10601, USA
Listed on 2026-01-24
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Law/Legal
Lawyer, Legal Counsel, Litigation
Position
:
Partner Attorney – Litigation (Insurance Defense)
Salary
: $180,000 - $195,000
Pay Frequency
:
Semi-Monthly
Division
:
New York
Work Location
:
Remote (Must live within commutable distance to New York courts for appearances).
Brooks & Berne is a minority-owned insurance defense firm where diversity is key. We pride ourselves on providing each of our clients with aggressive, proactive representation. Our trial attorneys are fearless, and we allow our clients to reach the best possible results in a cost-effective way. We do not wait for things to happen – we make them happen. Our team has years of experience handling premises liability, motor vehicle accidents, professional liability, construction/workplace accidents and suits brought under New York’s Labor Law.
No matter how complex the case, we are ready to ensure every client the best possible representation.
- Mentorship-Focused:
We’re a teaching firm partners are deeply committed to developing junior attorneys through active mentorship, collaboration, and ongoing feedback. Attorneys are challenged and supported to grow. - Supportive Team-First Culture:
We believe great work comes from a strong team. Our firm hosts annual partner retreats, employee appreciation events, and regularly attends industry conferences and networking events with our attorneys. You’ll be a part of a community that values people as much as performance. - Growth & Stability:
Our firm has deep client relationships that provide consistent, interesting work. Attorneys are given space to develop lasting careers here with real paths to advancement and partnership for those that desire it. - Work-Life Balance:
Our remote-first structure supports flexibility and personal well-being, while attorneys handle in-person court appearances as needed.
Our firm is seeking to hire a dynamic experienced Partner to join and help lead our New York litigation practice. This leadership role is for an attorney with extensive experience in insurance defense litigation that thrives in strategy and oversight. Rather than handling the day-to-day operations for cases the Partner will provide high-level oversight, shape litigation strategy, and maintain and develop client relationships.
The Partner will manage complex matters, mentor associates, and collaborate closely with clients. Our clients in these matters include property owners, insurance companies, and municipalities.
- Provide strategic oversight and direction on litigation matters
- Serve as a key contact for clients and insurers.
- Review legal strategies, filings, and associate performance.
- Mentor senior and junior attorneys to contribute to firm development.
- Step in on matters when needed to ensure high standards are met.
- A minimum of eight (8) years of experience in litigation.
- Extensive experience in general liability or personal injury insurance defense
- Prior experience with insurance defense firms (required)
- Strong leadership and client management skills.
- Thorough knowledge of litigation trends and legal operations.
- Experience in firm or department leadership role preferred
- Experience conducting training or supervising junior attorneys.
- Experience handling construction/workplace accidents and suits brought under New York’s Labor Law
Christian Judge, Director of Human Resources, at
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