Municipal Defense Litigation Attorney

Jobot; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Comprehensive benefits

Hybrid/Remote work

Job summary

Jobot is seeking Defense Litigation Attorneys to join our NY metro team, offering hybrid and remote options with in-person court appearances as required. The ideal candidates will defend municipalities in civil matters across NYC, Long Island, and White Plains, with a strong emphasis on general negligence, civil rights, and employment-related issues.

Requirements include a Juris Doctor from an accredited law school, NY State Bar admission, and 2+ years in municipal or related insurance defense

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the New York State Bar.
• 2+ years of experience in municipal law, government defense, or related insurance defense litigation.
• Additional Relevant Experience: general liability, medical malpractice, slip and fall, premises liability, labor law, MVA, and construction defect.
• Strong litigation background, including motion practice, depositions, hearings, and trial preparation.

Responsibilities

• Represent municipalities in general liability and employment defense litigation.
• Handle claims involving premises liability, roadway, and transportation incidents.
• Litigate claims under Title VII, ADEA, and the ADA.

Skills

Municipal defense

Litigation

Premises liability

Motion practice

Depositions

Trial preparation

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Defense Litigation Attorney

$150k-$200k. Remote/Hybrid in NYC, Long Island, and White Plains. Salary: $150,000 - $250,000 per year. Hosted by Andrew Harrison.

A bit about us

Premier litigation firm representing municipalities and public entities across the New York metropolitan area. We are seeking experienced Municipal Defense Litigation Attorneys to join our growing team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background defending municipal corporations in a wide range of civil claims, including general negligence, civil rights litigation, and employment-related matters.

For over 70 years, our firm has stood as one of New York City's most respected insurance defense law firms. We have a long-standing reputation for excellence, built on our successful representation of clients across virtually every type of negligence and tort claim. With a collaborative environment, a commitment to litigation excellence, and a client-first philosophy, we take pride in our role as a trusted partner to the insurance industry.

Why join us?

• Base Salary: $150k - $200k commensurate w/ experience
• Annual EOY Performance Bonus
• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Matching 401(k), PTO
• Location: Hybrid & Remote Flexibility - No in-office requirement, only required in-person for court appearances
• Supportive, collaborative team with deep insurance coverage experience

Job Details

We are currently seeking Defense Attorneys with experience representing clients in general liability claims involving premises, roadway, and transportation-related incidents (including vehicles such as buses, police cars, fire trucks, and ambulances). Also seeking attorneys experienced representing municipalities in employment defense litigation, including claims involving sexual harassment, discrimination, and retaliation under Title VII, ADEA, and the ADA.

Qualifications

• Education: Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Licensure: Admission to the New York State Bar
• 2+ years of experience in municipal law, government defense, or related insurance defense litigation
• Additional Relevant Experience: general liability, medical malpractice, slip and fall, premises liability, labor law, MVA, and construction defect.
• Strong litigation background, including motion practice, depositions, hearings, and trial preparation

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