Jr. Corporate Attorney - New York, United States - Neighborhood Association

Description

Job Description

Reports to: Executive Director, Human Resources

FLSA Status: Exempt from overtime

Summary:

Collaborate with external legal representation on litigations, mediation hearings for all corporate lawsuits. Research legal matters and manage corporate insurance policy renewal and claims.

Duties/Responsibilities:

The Jr. Corporate Attorney is responsible for, but not limited to:

• Provides legal advice and counsel on active legal cases in support of corporate insurance claims.
• Researches active claims and collaborates with external legal representation, Insurance Companies, Brokers in preparing for settlement hearings and/or litigations.
• Assists with the review and publishing of corporate quarterly newsletter
• Responsible for preparing annual corporate insurance applications
• Collaborates with Directors on investigating and filing new claims with insurance
• Serves as a point of contact to provide Certificates of Insurance (COIs) and liability insurance for newly acquired locations
• Assists with legal matters before the court, hearings/petitions and judicial proceedings.
• Provides basic legal advice as needed
• Performs other duties as assigned

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent communication, research, organizational and writing skills
• Strong time management skills
• Familiarity with New York City corporate and insurance laws
• Ability to handle stress and work in a fast-paced, high volume environment
• Litigation experience a plus

Education and Experience:

• J.D from an ABA Accredited Law School
• 0 to 1 year of experience or applicable internship

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Must be able to lift to 5 pounds at times
• Must be able to access and navigate each department at the organization's facilities