Defense Litigation Attorney — Hybrid, Growth & Trial

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

Benefits offered by this job

Base salary 125K–175K

Bonus opportunities

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan with employer -

Generous paid time off

CLE support

Hybrid work flexibility

Job summary

SourcePro Search, LLC is seeking an attorney to manage a defense litigation caseload from assignment through trial and appeal in New York City. The role emphasizes strong research, writing, depositions, and courtroom practice while maintaining close client relationships.

The ideal candidate has a JD from an accredited law school, NY Bar membership, and 3+ years of defense litigation experience, with a proven ability to handle multiple matters in a fast-paced environment.

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 research

Pleadings & briefs

Deposition experience

Trial & motion practice

Client relations

Time management

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

Active membership in the New York State Bar

Job description

SourcePro Search, LLC is seeking an attorney to manage a defense litigation caseload from assignment through trial and appeal in New York City. The role emphasizes strong research, writing, depositions, and courtroom practice while maintaining close client relationships.

The ideal candidate has a JD from an accredited law school, NY Bar membership, and 3+ years of defense litigation experience, with a proven ability to handle multiple matters in a fast-paced environment.