Commercial Litigation Attorney

Synectics Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Synectics Inc. in New York seeks an in-house Litigation Attorney to manage lawsuits and claims involving the company’s residential and commercial properties, including premises liability and personal injury matters. This position reports to the General Counsel.

Responsibilities include drafting pleadings, researching law, representing the company in court, coordinating with outside counsel and insurers, and gathering incident reports with property managers. A JD from an accredited U.S.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited U.S. law school and active bar membership.
• 3–5 years of legal experience focusing on defending property owners or real estate companies against lawsuits.
• In-house experience is a plus.
• Experience handling commercial litigation, premises liability, negligence, or insurance defense preferred.
• Strong knowledge of civil litigation procedures and research.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and prepare pleadings, motions, and discovery responses.
• Conduct legal research and provide litigation risk assessments.
• Represent the company in court, hearings, depositions, and negotiations.
• Coordinate with outside counsel, insurers, and claims adjusters.
• Gather incident reports and evidence with property managers.
• Monitor deadlines, filings, and case developments.
• Provide guidance on liability and preventative measures.

Skills

Litigation experience

Negotiation

Legal research

Written and verbal communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited U.S. law school

Active bar membership in at least one U.S. jurisdiction

Job description

Litigation Attorney

Major NYC real estate owner developer is looking for an in-house Litigation Attorney to focus on managing and overseeing lawsuits and legal claims brought against the company's residential and commercial properties, including premises liability claims, personal injury lawsuits, property-related disputes, and other litigation matters. This position will be reporting to the General Counsel.

Litigation Attorney

Major NYC real estate owner developer is looking for an in-house Litigation Attorney to focus on managing and overseeing lawsuits and legal claims brought against the company's residential and commercial properties, including premises liability claims, personal injury lawsuits, property-related disputes, and other litigation matters. This position will be reporting to the General Counsel.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and prepare pleadings, motions, legal briefs, discovery responses, and other litigation-related documents.
• Conduct legal research and provide recommendations regarding litigation strategies, potential liability, and risk exposure.
• Represent the company in court proceedings, hearings, depositions, mediations, and settlement negotiations as appropriate.
• Coordinate with outside counsel, insurance carriers, and claims adjusters regarding ongoing litigation matters.
• Work closely with property managers and internal departments to gather incident reports, documentation, witness statements, and other information relevant to legal claims.
• Review insurance coverage and assist with coordinating the defense of insurance claims.
• Monitor litigation deadlines, court filings, case developments, and settlement discussions.
• Evaluate potential settlements and provide recommendations to management regarding case resolution.
• Maintain accurate and organized records of litigation matters, including case studies, deadlines, and outcomes.
• Provide legal guidance to management regarding potential liability, litigation risks, and preventative measures.

Qualifications And Requirements

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited U.S. law school and active bar membership in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
• 3-5 years of legal experience, with a strong focus on defending property owners, both residential and commercial real estate companies, or other businesses against lawsuits.
• In-house experience is a plus.
• Experience handling commercial litigation, premises liability, negligence claims, or insurance defense litigation strongly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of civil litigation procedures, court rules, and legal research.
• Experience with depositions, court appearances, and settlement negotiations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and meticulous attention to detail.
• Ability to work collaboratively across departments in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.