Defense Litigation Attorney - Hybrid, Growth & Bonus

United Future; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 125,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Firm holidays

CLE support

Hybrid work flexibility

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

United Future in New York City seeks an experienced defense litigator to manage a caseload from assignment through trial and appeal. You will conduct in-depth research, draft pleadings and motions, and handle all discovery phases including depositions.

The role requires courtroom experience, strong writing and advocacy, and the ability to manage multiple matters in a fast-paced environment. Ideal candidates have a JD, NY Bar admission, 3+ years of defense litigation experience, and a track

Qualifications

• 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.

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.

Skills

Legal writing

Legal research

Oral advocacy

Multi-tasking

Negotiation

Client relations

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

United Future in New York City seeks an experienced defense litigator to manage a caseload from assignment through trial and appeal. You will conduct in-depth research, draft pleadings and motions, and handle all discovery phases including depositions.

The role requires courtroom experience, strong writing and advocacy, and the ability to manage multiple matters in a fast-paced environment. Ideal candidates have a JD, NY Bar admission, 3+ years of defense litigation experience, and a track