Attorney - Litigation - $210k

We Are Legal Revolution; Uniondale (NY); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Structured bonuses

Full family medical/dental/vision insurance

401(k) match

Generous PTO

Job summary

A prominent legal firm in Uniondale seeks a full-time Associate Attorney specializing in civil defense litigation. The role involves managing a full caseload, drafting and arguing motions, and handling depositions. The firm offers a competitive compensation package, including base pay of $210K with bonuses, full medical benefits, a hybrid work schedule, and a genuine partnership track after 7 years. Ideal candidates will have significant litigation experience and the ability to work collaboratively in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Must manage a full caseload from intake to trial or settlement.
• Experience with drafting and arguing motions in court required.
• Ability to take and defend depositions in legal cases required.

Responsibilities

• Manage full caseload of premises liability and other defense files.
• Draft and argue substantive motions in court.
• Take and defend depositions across various venues.
• Coordinate with medical and biomechanical experts.

Skills

Litigation experience

Trial preparation

Deposition handling

Case management

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

We Are Legal Revolution provided pay range

This range is provided by We Are Legal Revolution. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$150,000.00/yr - $210,000.00/yr

Direct message the job poster from We Are Legal Revolution

Join a Uniondale-based insurance defense powerhouse with 20+ trial-seasoned attorneys backed by in-house paralegals (including registered nurses) and a seamless network of offices in Albany and New York City.

Why Join?

• 20+ battle-tested trial attorneys plus dedicated support team featuring registered nurse paralegals for medical-intensive cases and instant credibility on liability files
• Pure civil defense litigation focus defending insurers, municipalities, self-insureds and corporations in premises, auto, construction and municipal liability matters across Long Island and NYC
• Realistic 7-year partnership track – eligibility opens after consistent performance and tenure at the firm, not portable business or class year
• True hybrid schedule with only 3 days in the modern Uniondale office overlooking the courthouse campus, remote the balance
• Competitive compensation at $210K base plus structured bonuses at 1,950 hours, full family medical/dental/vision paid 100%, 401(k) match and generous PTO

Day-to-Day

• Manage full caseload of premises liability, Labor Law/construction accident, auto and municipal defense files from intake through trial or settlement
• Draft and argue substantive motions including summary judgment and Labor Law §240/241(6) dismissals in Nassau Supreme and EDNY
• Take and defend depositions of plaintiffs, treating physicians, engineers and municipal witnesses across Long Island venues
• Coordinate medical and biomechanical experts with the firm’s in-house RN paralegals to dismantle damages claims early
• First- or second-chair jury trials in Nassau, Suffolk and federal courts with partners who average 100+ trials each

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Seniority level

• Associate

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Legal
• Industries: Legal Services and Law Practice

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