Defense Litigation Attorney - Hybrid Work & Growth Path

Top Dog Recruiting; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 125,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Bonus opportunities

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan with employer 2

Generous paid time off and holidays

CLE support

Hybrid work

Job summary

Top Dog Recruiting is assisting a respected New York City law firm in seeking an experienced defense litigation attorney. The role handles defense litigation from initial assignment through trial, with opportunities for trial proceedings and appeals as needed.

We seek a JD, active New York Bar, 3+ years of defense litigation experience, and strong writing and advocacy skills. The position offers hybrid work, comprehensive benefits, and clear career advancement prospects.

Qualifications

• Strong legal writing, research and oral advocacy skills.
• Ability to manage multiple matters and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience taking and defending depositions.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of defense litigation matters from assignment through trial and appeal.
• Conduct legal research and prepare pleadings, motions and briefs.
• Handle all aspects of discovery and e-discovery.
• Take and defend depositions of parties, witnesses and experts.
• Attend court appearances, hearings, conferences, arbitrations and settlements.
• Develop litigation strategy and provide analysis to clients and leadership.
• Collaborate with partners and staff for efficient case management.
• Maintain strong client relationships through regular communication and reporting.
• Prepare cases for trial and participate in trial proceedings.

Skills

Legal writing

Legal research

Oral advocacy

Time management

Client relations

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Top Dog Recruiting is assisting a respected New York City law firm in seeking an experienced defense litigation attorney. The role handles defense litigation from initial assignment through trial, with opportunities for trial proceedings and appeals as needed.

We seek a JD, active New York Bar, 3+ years of defense litigation experience, and strong writing and advocacy skills. The position offers hybrid work, comprehensive benefits, and clear career advancement prospects.