Hybrid Defense Litigator — Trial-Ready & Client-Focused

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan with employer ·

Generous paid time off and firm-hols

CLE support

Hybrid work flexibility

Job summary

KingRecruitingServices is seeking an attorney to manage defense litigation matters from assignment through possible trial and appeal. You will conduct legal research, draft pleadings, manage discovery, and defend depositions while coordinating with partners and staff to ensure efficient case handling.

The ideal candidate has a JD, NY bar admission, 3+ years in defense litigation, and strong writing, research, and advocacy skills.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor 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

Legal writing

Legal research

Oral advocacy

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

New York State Bar

Job description

KingRecruitingServices is seeking an attorney to manage defense litigation matters from assignment through possible trial and appeal. You will conduct legal research, draft pleadings, manage discovery, and defend depositions while coordinating with partners and staff to ensure efficient case handling.

The ideal candidate has a JD, NY bar admission, 3+ years in defense litigation, and strong writing, research, and advocacy skills.