Litigation Attorney — Education & Employment (Upstate NY)

Orion Placement; City of Binghamton (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

Confidential Employer in Upstate New York seeks an experienced attorney to join a growing litigation team handling matters for public school districts and employers. Represent clients in state and federal courts and administrative proceedings from investigation through trial.

The role offers ownership of complex litigation, strong compensation, mentorship, and a culture that emphasizes professional development and work-life balance.

Qualifications

• Active New York State Bar admission and good standing.
• Litigation experience preferred; attorneys at varying experience levels will be considered.
• Strong legal research, writing, analytical, and advocacy skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
• Ability to manage matters independently while contributing effectively to a collaborative team.
• Sound judgment, attention to detail, and a client-focused approach.
• Demonstrated interest or experience in education, employment, labor, or general civil litigation is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Represent and assist clients in State and Federal Court and administrative proceedings.
• Manage litigation matters from investigation and discovery through trial preparation and court proceedings.
• Prepare discovery demands, motions, briefs, pleadings, and other litigation documents.
• Conduct and defend depositions and develop effective litigation strategies.
• Negotiate settlements and advocate for clients throughout the dispute-resolution process.
• Represent clients at hearings, proceedings, and trials as appropriate to experience level.
• Provide practical legal advice and counsel on education, employment, and related matters.
• Work closely with colleagues and clients to develop thoughtful, effective legal solutions.
• Build trusted client relationships while delivering high-quality, responsive legal representation.

Skills

Bar admission NYS

Litigation experience

Legal research

Communication skills

Independent work

Job description

Pay: $80,000.00 - $125,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Join a respected, growing litigation team handling meaningful matters for public school districts and employers across Upstate New York.
• Take ownership of sophisticated litigation work, from investigation and discovery through motions, settlement negotiations, and trial.
• Build your practice alongside experienced attorneys in a collaborative environment that values professional development and mentorship.
• Make a tangible impact on education, workplace, and employment matters that affect communities and organizations throughout the region.
• Enjoy strong total compensation, bonus opportunities, firm contributions, profit sharing, and comprehensive benefits.
• Grow with a firm known for its collegial culture, work-life balance, and commitment to developing legal professionals.

Location: Opportunities are available in our Syracuse, Rochester, and Binghamton, NY offices, offering the flexibility to build your career in the Upstate New York market that best fits your goals.

Note: Must be admitted to and in good standing with the New York State Bar. Litigation experience is strongly valued, with the level of responsibility tailored to the attorney's background and experience.

About Us

We are a focused legal practice dedicated to representing public school districts and employers throughout Upstate New York. Our team combines deep legal knowledge with a practical, client-focused approach across education, employment, and litigation matters. We believe great legal work is built on collaboration, mutual respect, professional growth, and a genuine commitment to our clients and communities. Confidential Employer.

Job Description

• Represent and assist clients in State and Federal Court and administrative proceedings.
• Manage litigation matters from investigation and discovery through trial preparation and court proceedings.
• Prepare discovery demands, motions, briefs, pleadings, and other litigation documents.
• Conduct and defend depositions and develop effective litigation strategies.
• Negotiate settlements and advocate for clients throughout the dispute-resolution process.
• Represent clients at hearings, proceedings, and trials as appropriate to experience level.
• Provide practical legal advice and counsel on education, employment, and related matters.
• Work closely with colleagues and clients to develop thoughtful, effective legal solutions.
• Build trusted client relationships while delivering high-quality, responsive legal representation.

Qualifications

• Active New York State Bar admission and good standing.
• Litigation experience preferred; attorneys at varying experience levels will be considered.
• Strong legal research, writing, analytical, and advocacy skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
• Ability to manage matters independently while contributing effectively to a collaborative team.
• Sound judgment, attention to detail, and a client-focused approach.
• Demonstrated interest or experience in education, employment, labor, or general civil litigation is a plus.

Why You Will Love Working Here

You will work alongside talented attorneys who value collaboration over competition and are invested in helping one another succeed. Our team handles meaningful, intellectually engaging matters while maintaining a professional environment that respects work-life balance. You will have opportunities to expand your litigation skills, work directly with clients, take on increasing responsibility, and develop into a trusted legal advisor.

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Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance