Defense Litigation Attorney - Hybrid NYC, Growth Path

Clear Concepts, Inc.; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 125,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus opportunities

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Continuing legal education (CLE)

Job summary

Clear Concepts, Inc. in New York City seeks an attorney to manage defense litigation matters from assignment through trial and appeal.

You will perform legal research, draft pleadings, handle discovery, and participate in depositions and court hearings. Ideal candidates have a JD, NY Bar, 3+ years of defense litigation experience, strong writing and oral advocacy, and the ability to manage multiple matters in a fast-paced environment.

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.

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

Client communication

Negotiation

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Active NY Bar

Job description

Clear Concepts, Inc. in New York City seeks an attorney to manage defense litigation matters from assignment through trial and appeal.

You will perform legal research, draft pleadings, handle discovery, and participate in depositions and court hearings. Ideal candidates have a JD, NY Bar, 3+ years of defense litigation experience, strong writing and oral advocacy, and the ability to manage multiple matters in a fast-paced environment.