Defense Litigation Attorney - Hybrid Work + Growth Path

Launching Point; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 125,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with employer contribution

Generous paid time off

CLE support

Hybrid work flexibility

Job summary

Launching Point is seeking an attorney with defense litigation experience to manage matters from assignment through trial and potential appeal. You will conduct research, draft pleadings, and oversee all discovery and depositions, while maintaining strong client relationships and collaborating with a team of partners and staff.

The role offers hybrid work flexibility in New York, with a competitive base salary, bonus opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package including health coverage,

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 assignment through trial and appeal if necessary.
• Conduct legal research and prepare pleadings, motions, briefs, and other litigation documents.
• Handle discovery, including drafting responses, document review, and e-discovery.
• Take and defend depositions of parties, witnesses, and experts.
• Attend court appearances, hearings, conferences, arbitrations, mediations, and settlements.
• Develop litigation strategy and provide legal analysis to clients and firm leadership.
• Collaborate with partners, associates, experts, and support staff for 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

Multitasking

Client communication

Negotiation

Client relationship management

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Launching Point is seeking an attorney with defense litigation experience to manage matters from assignment through trial and potential appeal. You will conduct research, draft pleadings, and oversee all discovery and depositions, while maintaining strong client relationships and collaborating with a team of partners and staff.

The role offers hybrid work flexibility in New York, with a competitive base salary, bonus opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package including health coverage,