Hybrid Defense Litigation Attorney

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

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and视ion

401(k) retirement plan with employer"s

Paid time off and firm holidays

CLE support

Hybrid work flexibility

Job summary

Modern Machining Solutions in New York City seeks an attorney with defense litigation experience to manage cases from assignment through trial and appeal. You will conduct legal research, draft pleadings and motions, and handle all discovery aspects including e-discovery and depositions.

The role requires NY Bar admission, a JD, and 3+ years of defense experience, with strong writing, arguing, and client relations skills.

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school.
• Active NY Bar admission.
• 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.
• 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

Deposition experience

Courtroom experience

Motion practice

Analytical skills

Negotiation

Client relations

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Active NY Bar admission

Job description

Modern Machining Solutions in New York City seeks an attorney with defense litigation experience to manage cases from assignment through trial and appeal. You will conduct legal research, draft pleadings and motions, and handle all discovery aspects including e-discovery and depositions.

The role requires NY Bar admission, a JD, and 3+ years of defense experience, with strong writing, arguing, and client relations skills.