Defense Litigation Attorney - Hybrid, Growth & Client Focus

Zaddy Solutions; New York (NY); On-site; USD 125,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work flexibility

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

A leading New York City law firm is seeking an experienced Defense Litigation Attorney to join its growing litigation practice. The role involves managing complex civil matters from inception through resolution, with significant client interaction and courtroom exposure.

Ideal candidates bring 3+ years in defense litigation, strong writing and research skills, and proven deposition and motion practice experience.

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.

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

Deposition experience

Courtroom practice

Motion practice

Multitasking

Negotiation

Problem solving

Client relationship management

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

New York State Bar

Job description

A leading New York City law firm is seeking an experienced Defense Litigation Attorney to join its growing litigation practice. The role involves managing complex civil matters from inception through resolution, with significant client interaction and courtroom exposure.

Ideal candidates bring 3+ years in defense litigation, strong writing and research skills, and proven deposition and motion practice experience.