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AIG · 1 month ago

Associate General Counsel- Casualty Coverage Litigation

New York, NY

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$155K/yr - $185K/yr

9+ years exp

AIG is a global leader in commercial and personal insurance solutions, and they are seeking an Associate General Counsel for Casualty Coverage Litigation. The successful candidate will independently manage a litigation docket, supervise outside counsel, and develop case resolution plans while collaborating with business partners on strategic decisions.

BankingFinancial ServicesInsurance

Responsibilities

Independently manage a litigation docket consisting of coverage litigation matters involving casualty policies issued to commercial insureds in all fifty states and abroad

Supervise and partner with outside counsel to ensure high-quality written work product is filed on behalf of the AIG member insurance companies

Make strategic decisions with a focus on consistency and the big picture

Proactively develop case resolution plans and recommendations

Evaluate and make smart, sensible recommendations regarding the filing of potential coverage litigation on behalf of the AIG member insurance companies

Collaborate with our business partners on strategic and financial decisions, and to provide coverage advice in advance of litigation

Lead presentations to management and our stakeholders on coverage advice and case strategy

As necessary, travel for mediations, trials, and oral arguments; and

Assist with the management of Assistant General Counsels

Qualification

Litigation experienceInsurance coverage experienceJ.D. from accredited law schoolAnalytical skillsOral communicationWritten communicationLegal judgmentInterpersonal skillsOrganizational skillsTime management skillsSelf-starterFlexibilityTeamwork

Required

At least 9+ years of litigation and insurance coverage experience required

J.D. from an accredited law school and strong academic credentials

Admitted to practice in at least one state

Litigation experience should include preparing witnesses for, taking, and defending depositions, as well as drafting and arguing dispositive motions

Strong initiative and work ethic

Focused attention to detail and honed analytical skills

Superior oral and written communication skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Ability to be a self-starter and work independently

Flexibility and a willingness to adapt to changing needs of the organization and/or business clients

Excellent organizational and time management skills, including the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment

Ability to deliver creative and well-reasoned plans to resolve challenges and to execute on such plans

Ability to thrive in an environment where coordination and teamwork is a priority while also being committed to individual accountability and results

Ability to motivate and supervise paralegal and administrative staff

Willingness to be mentored and trained to meet the needs of the organization

Sound legal and business judgment

Preferred

Major law firm experience strongly preferred

In-house experience nice to have

Benefits

A range of competitive benefits

Total Rewards Program, a comprehensive benefits package that extends beyond time spent at work to offer benefits focused on your health, wellbeing and financial security—as well as your professional development