Professional Liability Litigation Associate

Overview

Kaufman Dolowich, recognized by U.S. news in their list of “Best Companies to Work For - Law Firms”, is seeking an Associate Attorney, to join our dynamic General Liability group.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of case files from inception through resolution, ensuring timely and efficient case progression.
• Serve as primary point of contact for insurers and clients, maintaining clear and consistent communication throughout the legal process.
• Handle a broad range of professional liability matters, including malpractice claims involving attorneys, insurance agents/brokers, accountants, and real estate professionals.
• Conduct thorough case assessments, develop legal strategies, and oversee all phases of litigation to achieve favorable outcomes for clients.

Why Kaufman Dolowich?

• Uncapped opportunities for career advancement.
• Team-first culture with open communication and support.
• Impactful work that drives real client results.
• Robust bonus opportunities.
• Flexibility to sit on Long Island or in NYC, on a hybrid schedule.

• 1+ years of commercial and/or civil defense litigation experience.
• Experience handling professional liability claims, highly preferred.
• J.D. from an ABA accredited law school.
• Admittance to practice in NY.
• Superior academic credentials.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Successful candidates will have access to exceptional career development opportunities and a competitive total rewards package, including the potential to earn performance-based bonuses.

Target Hiring Range: $110,000 – $150,000

Please note that the stated salary range is an estimate and does not guarantee a specific offer. Actual compensation will be determined based on market location, as well as the candidate’s experience, skills, and job-related qualifications. Base salary represents just one component of the comprehensive Total Rewards package offered by Kaufman Dolowich, which also includes a discretionary and billable hours-based bonus program and a robust benefits offering for full-time employees.

As part of our ongoing effort to actively recruit and advance lawyers of diverse backgrounds, Kaufman Dolowich participates in Mansfield Rule Certification and is a six-time recognized law firm. The process measures whether law firms affirmatively consider diverse lawyers for promotions, senior level hiring and significant leadership roles. Kaufman Dolowich strives for a candidate pool consisting of at least 30% women, attorneys of color, and/or LGBTQ+ attorneys for all lateral partner and mid-to-senior-level associate hires.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at KD without regard to race; creed; color; religion; national origin; sex; age; disability; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; genetic predisposition or carrier status; veteran, marital, or citizenship status; or any other status protected by law. Kaufman Dolowich is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.