Civil Defense Attorney

Marshall Dennehey; Melville (NY); On-site; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Financial bonus opportunities

Marshall Associate Advantage Lifestyle

Job summary

Marshall Dennehey, P.C., a nationally recognized Am Law 200 civil defense firm, seeks Attorneys to join our New York City, Westchester, and Melville offices with at least 5 years of experience handling premises, auto, labor law 240 and other general liability matters. Trial experience preferred.

Our practice is team-based and collaborative, with meaningful client interaction and a clear path for professional development and practice growth.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of experience handling premises, auto, labor law 240 and other general liability matters.
• Trial experience preferred.

Skills

Premises liability

Auto liability

Labor law 240

General liability

Job description

Join a litigation team where collaboration matters, mentorship is intentional, and your growth as an attorney is a firm-wide priority.

The Opportunity

Marshall Dennehey, P.C., a nationally recognized Am Law 200 civil defense law firm with more than 60 years of dedicated service, is seeking Attorneys to join our New York City, Westchester, and Melville offices with at least 5 years of experience handling premises, auto, labor law 240 and other general liability matters. Trial experience preferred.

Our practice is team-based and highly collaborative, offering meaningful client interaction and a clear path for professional development and practice growth.

Compensation range:

$140,000 - $200,000 which is negotiable dependent upon experience level and portable business.

The posted compensation range for this position is based on several legitimate, non-discriminatory factors set by the Firm. Marshall Dennehey is committed to ensuring equal pay opportunities for equal work regardless of gender, race, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local pay equity laws.

Your Development Matters

At Marshall Dennehey, we invest in our attorneys. While you are not expected to independently manage cases from inception through trial on day one, you will work closely with experienced shareholders and associates who are committed to mentoring and skill development. Through hands‑on experience, continuous feedback, and individualized goal-setting, you will gain the confidence and capability to grow into full case management at your own pace.

Strong analytical thinking, legal writing, research, and communication skills are highly valued—and continuously refined—within our litigation groups.

Firm Culture

We pride ourselves on a diverse, inclusive, and open-door culture where ideas are welcomed, collaboration is encouraged, and attorneys at all levels have direct access to leadership. Our attorneys thrive because they are supported.

Marshall Dennehey seeks attorneys who are looking for a true "forever home." We value steady career growth, internal advancement, and attorneys who want to build lasting professional relationships—while helping others succeed along the way.

In return, we offer:

• Multiple financial bonus opportunities throughout the year
• The firm-funded Marshall Associate Advantage Lifestyle Account which can cover student loan repayments, gym memberships, dry cleaning, theme park tickets, home delivered meal kits and more.
• Long-term stability and a clear future with the firm

Commitment to Diversity

Marshall Dennehey is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer (AA/M/F/D/V) and is deeply committed to fostering workplace diversity. Our efforts have been recognized by numerous publications, including the 2022 "Tipping the Scales" Award from the Diversity & Flexibility Alliance.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic.