Defense Litigation Attorney

Confident Search Consultants; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 125,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base salary

Bonus opportunities

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

CLE support

Hybrid work

Job summary

Confident Search Consultants, a respected New York City law firm, seeks an experienced attorney to manage defense litigation matters from assignment through trial and appeal.

You will conduct legal research, draft pleadings, handle discovery, take and defend depositions, and participate in hearings and settlements while building strong client relationships.

Hybrid work flexibility and opportunities for professional development accompany a competitive base salary with bonus potential.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school.
• Active membership in the New York State Bar.
• 3+ years of defense litigation experience preferred.
• Strong legal writing, research, and oral advocacy skills.
• Experience taking and defending depositions.
• Courtroom and motion practice experience.
• Ability to manage multiple matters and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong analytical, negotiation, and client relations abilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of defense litigation matters from assignment through trial and appeal if necessary.
• Conduct legal research and prepare pleadings, motions, briefs, and other litigation documents.
• Handle discovery including drafting responses, document review, and e-discovery.
• Conduct and defend depositions of parties, witnesses, and experts.
• Attend court appearances, hearings, conferences, arbitrations, mediations, and settlements.
• Develop litigation strategy and provide legal analysis to clients and firm leadership.
• Collaborate with partners, associates, experts, and staff to ensure efficient case management.
• Maintain strong client relationships through regular communication and reporting.
• Prepare cases for trial and participate in trial proceedings as required.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Oral advocacy

Deposition skills

Case management

Client relations

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Active New York State Bar member

Job description

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of defense litigation matters from initial assignment through trial and appeal, if necessary.
• Conduct legal research and prepare pleadings, motions, briefs, and other litigation-related documents.
• Handle all aspects of discovery, including drafting and responding to discovery demands, document review, and e-discovery.
• Conduct and defend depositions of parties, witnesses, and experts.
• Attend court appearances, hearings, conferences, arbitrations, mediations, and settlement negotiations.
• Develop litigation strategy and provide legal analysis to clients and firm leadership.
• Collaborate with partners, associates, experts, and support staff to ensure efficient case management.
• Maintain strong client relationships through regular communication and reporting.
• Prepare cases for trial and participate in trial proceedings as required.

Experience in one or more of the following areas is preferred:

• General Liability
• Premises Liability
• Construction Litigation / Labor Law
• Transportation and Trucking Defense
• Professional Liability
• Employment Litigation
• Medical Malpractice Defense
• Product Liability
• Insurance Coverage and Defense

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Active membership in the New York State Bar.
• 3+ years of defense litigation experience preferred.
• Strong legal writing, research, and oral advocacy skills.
• Experience taking and defending depositions.
• Courtroom and motion practice experience.
• Ability to manage multiple matters and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong analytical, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and client relationship management abilities.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive base salary (125K-175K) commensurate with experience.
• Performance-based bonus opportunities.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer contribution.
• Generous paid time off and firm holidays.
• Continuing legal education (CLE) support.
• Hybrid work flexibility and professional development opportunities.

This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney seeking hands‑on litigation experience, meaningful client interaction, and a clear path for career advancement within a respected New York City law firm.