Litigation Attorney

Chubb's New York City House Counsel firm, Yapchanyk Prezioso & Yang is seeking a candidate for a casualty attorney position. This Casualty Attorney will handle a caseload of the firm's matters in both State and Federal Courts in the New York City region.  A successful candidate must be an attorney licensed to practice before New York's state and federal courts, should possess 1 to 3 years experience.  The successful candidate will also possess:

• Enthusiasm and aptitude for learning the aspects of discovery and trials.  
• Excellent oral and written advocacy skills.
• Commitment to communicated effectively and strategically with clients regarding litigated matters, including consistent adherence to time-sensitive formal reporting requirements.
• Commitment, enthusiasm, and skills necessary to provide excellent customer service to clients, Claim Department customers, and internal customers within the firm.
• Technological savvy needed to thrive as a litigator in a digital environment. 
• Commitment to teamwork and ability to work effectively with other as needed to advance the firm's business.
• Ability to work independently, efficiently, and carefully in a high volume environment. 
• Excellent time management, organization, and attention to detail. 

• J.D. Degree from Accredited Law School
• 5+ years of experience successfully litigating employment liability, housing discrimination, wage and hour, ADA claims, directors and officers claims before New York State and  Federal courts and administrative agencies, including EEOC. 
• Extensive knowledge of current procedural and substantive law, as well as federal and state court and administrative agency rules regarding employment/housing discrimination. 
• Sophisticated and effective oral and written advocacy skills and negotiation skills. 
• Critical thinking and analytical skills necessary to accurately analyze, evaluate, and develop strategy for resolving complex legal liability and damages issues.
• Enthusiasm and skills necessary to provide excellent customer service through professional, proactive, timely, and consistent communication with clients, insurer’s Claim professionals, and colleagues.
• Proficiency utilizing digital case management and communication technology and tools, in order to optimize performance, efficiency, and results Technology skills to thrive as a litigator in a digital environment
• Strong team player willing to work effectively with others, at all levels and to step outside a defined role where required to advance the firm’s business
• Excellent time management and organizational skill with the ability to work independently and excel in a high-volume environment.

The base pay range for the role is $131,000 to $220,000. The specific offer may fall outside of the range and will depend on an applicant’s skills and other factors. This role is also eligible to participate in a discretionary annual incentive program. Chubb offers a comprehensive benefits package, more details on which can be found at https://careers.chubb.com/global/en/north-america.  The disclosed pay range estimate may also be adjusted for the applicable geographic differential for the location in which the position is filled.