Defense Litigation Attorney — Hybrid Role with Growth Path

Talent Solutions Partners; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 125,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work flexibility

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Job summary

Talent Solutions Partners in New York City seeks an experienced defense litigator to manage a caseload from assignment through trial and potential appeal. You will draft pleadings, handle discovery, conduct and defend depositions, and appear in court for hearings and negotiations.

The ideal candidate has a JD from an accredited law school, NY Bar admission, 3+ years of defense experience, and strong writing, research, and advocacy skills. Hybrid work options available for qualified candidates.

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.
• 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

Defense litigation

Legal writing

Legal research

Oral advocacy

Deposition experience

Courtroom motion practice

Client relationship management

Deadline management

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

Job description

Talent Solutions Partners in New York City seeks an experienced defense litigator to manage a caseload from assignment through trial and potential appeal. You will draft pleadings, handle discovery, conduct and defend depositions, and appear in court for hearings and negotiations.

The ideal candidate has a JD from an accredited law school, NY Bar admission, 3+ years of defense experience, and strong writing, research, and advocacy skills. Hybrid work options available for qualified candidates.