Trial Attorney Defense Litigation

Pay: $130000.00 - $200000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Take true ownership of sophisticated civil defense matters from inception through trial and appeal
• Step into a role built for an attorney who genuinely enjoys being in the courtroom
• Serve as first-chair trial counsel and directly shape litigation and trial strategy
• Handle a diverse caseload involving insurance defense general liability professional liability product liability construction litigation and other complex defense matters
• Work with experienced attorneys in a collaborative modern environment that values autonomy and strong legal judgment
• Excellent opportunity for an accomplished litigator who wants meaningful responsibility without needing to bring a portable book of business
• Strong benefits professional development and long-term growth opportunities

Location

Greater New York City area. Hybrid flexibility with regular in-person court appearances hearings depositions trials and other case-related responsibilities throughout the NYC and Downstate New York market.

Note

Candidates must be admitted to the New York Bar and have actual first-chair civil trial experience. This is not a trial-preparation-only role. We are looking for an attorney who has personally taken the lead in the courtroom.

About Us

Confidential Employer. We are a growing civil defense law firm representing sophisticated clients in complex litigation matters. Our team combines strong trial advocacy with a collaborative practical and technology-forward approach to client service. We give experienced attorneys the autonomy to lead cases while providing the resources and support needed to succeed.

Job Description

• Manage civil defense litigation matters from inception through resolution trial and appeal
• Serve as first-chair counsel in jury and bench trials
• Develop and execute case strategy in close coordination with clients and internal teams
• Conduct depositions witness examinations investigations and discovery
• Draft and argue dispositive motions pleadings trial briefs and other substantive filings
• Appear at court conferences hearings oral arguments and trials
• Evaluate exposure develop defense strategies and negotiate settlements when appropriate
• Maintain strong client relationships through proactive communication and strategic counsel
• Collaborate with partners associates paralegals and support professionals on complex matters

Qualifications

• Active New York State Bar admission
• 3 years of civil defense litigation experience
• 5 years of litigation experience strongly preferred
• First-chair civil trial experience required
• Experience with insurance defense general liability professional liability product liability construction litigation or similar defense matters
• Strong deposition motion practice legal writing and courtroom skills
• Ability to independently manage matters and a substantial caseload

Why You Will Love Working Here

• Real courtroom and trial responsibility
• Autonomy over meaningful sophisticated cases
• Collaborative team without unnecessary layers
• Diverse litigation that keeps the work interesting
• Flexible work environment
• Strong professional development and advancement opportunities
• Comprehensive benefits and retirement offerings.

JPC-1751

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Requirements: Must-have: NY bar license 3 yrs civil defense litigation exp must have first-chair civil trial exp

• Additional context: Relocation- no Packages - no
  Salary Bands (Only if attorney role):
• 3 to 5 years: $130K to $150K
• 6 to 9 years: $150K to $175K
• 10 years: $175K to $200K

Submission Email: Emily -

Quick Recruiter Reference

NYC hybrid defense litigation role for a NY-admitted attorney with 3 years of civil defense litigation and first-chair civil trial experience. Ideal candidate is a courtroom-ready defense litigator who can independently manage cases handle motions depositions and trials and communicate directly with clients.

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