Maritime Attorney

Kaufman Dolowich LLP; New York (NY); On-site; USD 135,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Unlimited PTO for Attorneys

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Kaufman Dolowich LLP in New York seeks an attorney with experience or interest in Admiralty and Maritime law and Transportation law to join our expanding team. The role offers meaningful responsibility from day one, direct client exposure, and strong mentorship.

The ideal candidate will be admitted to practice in New York and New Jersey, with at least one year of defense litigation experience; partner-level candidates are also welcome.

Qualifications

• Admission to practice law in NY and NJ is required.
• 1+ years of defense litigation experience preferred.
• Experience in maritime and transportation law is a plus.
• Strong legal writing, research, analytical, and oral advocacy skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage a litigation caseload from inception through resolution.
• Draft and respond to written discovery.
• Take and defend depositions.
• Prepare, draft, and argue motions.
• Participate in court appearances, status conferences, mediations, arbitrations, and other litigation proceedings.
• Develop case strategy and manage day-to-day litigation responsibilities.
• Communicate directly with clients, providing strategic counsel and regular case updates.
• Collaborate with attorneys across multiple offices and practice groups on complex matters.
• Assist with trial preparation and other high-stakes litigation activities.

Skills

Maritime law

Litigation

NY/NJ admission

Education

Bar admission NY/NJ

Job description

The New York offices of Kaufman Dolowich, a full-service National Law firm with more than 250 attorneys across 16 offices and over 25 practice areas, is actively seeking attorneys with experience and/or interest in Admiralty and Maritime law and Transportation law to join our growing team. At Kaufman Dolowich, attorneys are entrusted with meaningful responsibility from day one, receive direct client exposure, and benefit from strong mentorship and professional development opportunities designed to accelerate career growth.

Our firm’s Maritime and Admiralty Law Practice has vast experience representing clients across the maritime industry, including ocean carriers, tug and barge owners, ferry companies, marinas, marine terminals and stevedores. We also represent various clients involved in inter-modal transportation including trucking entities, and owners and lessors of inter-modal equipment. We are deeply connected to the maritime community and have a firm understanding of the maritime law. Our maritime attorneys practice in numerous state and federal courts along the East Coast and the Great Lakes and have an active trial and appellate practice.

The ideal candidate will be admitted to practice in New York and New Jersey, including federal courts and will have at least one year of litigation experience, preferably in the field of maritime and transportation law. We are also open to experienced, partner-level candidates.

Responsibilities

• Manage a litigation caseload from inception through resolution
• Draft and respond to written discovery
• Take and defend depositions
• Prepare, draft, and argue motions
• Participate in court appearances, status conferences, mediations, arbitrations, and other litigation proceedings
• Develop case strategy and manage day‑to‑day litigation responsibilities
• Communicate directly with clients, providing strategic counsel and regular case updates
• Collaborate with attorneys across multiple offices and practice groups on complex and challenging matters
• Assist with trial preparation and other high‑stakes litigation activities

Qualifications

• Admission to practice law in New York and New Jersey required.
• 1+ years of defense litigation experience, maritime law and transportation law experience preferred.
• Strong legal writing, research, analytical, and oral advocacy skills
• Ability to independently manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment
• Excellent organizational, case management, and interpersonal skills
• Self‑motivated, proactive, and eager to assume increasing responsibility

Preferred Experience

• Insurance defense litigation, maritime law, transportation law preferred.
• Experience handling depositions, motion practice, mediations, arbitrations, and court appearances
• Experience managing matters independently

Why Join Kaufman Dolowich?

• Collaborative and entrepreneurial culture with strong mentorship and support
• Significant opportunities for professional growth, client development, and advancement
• Unlimited PTO for Attorneys
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package
• Robust discretionary and billable‑based bonus opportunities
• Meaningful client contact and hands‑on litigation experience

Base Salary Range

$135,000-$250,000

Please note that the stated salary range is an estimate and does not guarantee a specific offer. Actual compensation will be determined based on market location, as well as the candidate’s experience, skills, and job‑related qualifications. Base salary represents just one component of the comprehensive Total Rewards package offered by Kaufman Dolowich, which also includes a discretionary and billable hours‑based bonus program and a robust benefits offering for full‑time employees.