Litigation Attorney

A law firm in New York City, NY, is seeking a Litigation Attorney with 5-7 years of experience in defense litigation. The ideal candidate will be responsible for trial preparation, legal research, drafting legal documents, and attending depositions, hearings, and mediations. Strong writing, analytical, and communication skills are essential for this role. Up to 20% of the time, national travel may be required.

Duties:

• Conduct trial preparation, including strategy discussions, discovery, records review, client interviews, and witness preparation.
• Perform legal and factual research on people, businesses, and worksites.
• Draft briefs, memos, and client updates.
• Attend depositions, hearings, and mediations.
• Travel nationally, up to 20% of the time, with potential short notice.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Active license and in good standing with the New York State Bar; multiple Bar licenses are a plus.
• 5-7 years of experience in defense litigation.
• Experience in product liability or toxic tort litigation is a plus.

Certifications:

• Active license and in good standing with the New York State Bar.

Skills:

• Strong writing, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage trial preparation and legal research efficiently.
• Proficiency in drafting legal documents, including briefs and memos.
• Experience attending depositions, hearings, and mediations.

Benefits:

• Medical insurance.
• Vision plan.
• Dental insurance.
• Life insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Short and long-term disability coverage.
• Profit-sharing.

This law firm represents small businesses and individuals in high risk litigation cases across the United States. Their areas of practice include construction, business litigation, banking, finance, legal malpractice, municipal liability, premises liability, transportation, appellate, and more. Their offices are located in California, Georgia, New York, West Virginia and Texas.