NY Litigation Attorney (3–8 yrs) — Independent Caseload

Local Law Firm; New York (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Local Law Firm seeks a Litigation Attorney with 3-8 years of experience to handle a broad range of litigation matters in New York. The role emphasizes independent caseload management, client development, and courtroom appearances in person, by phone, or virtually.

The ideal candidate has an active New York license, strong NY and Federal Court familiarity, and the ability to prioritize, multitask, and meet deadlines while maintaining clear communication with clients and colleagues.

Qualifications

• 3-8 years of litigation experience.
• Active NY license to practice law.
• Strong knowledge of New York State and Federal Courts.
• Familiarity with motion practice.
• Ability to prioritize and multitask.
• Deadline and detail-oriented.
• Effective communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Independent caseload management
• Cultivate new client leads
• Appearances at Court proceedings – in person, telephonic, and virtual
• Manage EEOC/DHR filings
• Conduct depositions
• Delegate tasks to paralegals and/or other attorneys
• Manage/prioritize deadlines and delegated tasks

Skills

Litigation experience

Active NY license

NY & Federal Courts

Motion practice

Prioritization

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Job description

Local Law Firm seeks a Litigation Attorney with 3-8 years of experience to handle a broad range of litigation matters in New York. The role emphasizes independent caseload management, client development, and courtroom appearances in person, by phone, or virtually.

The ideal candidate has an active New York license, strong NY and Federal Court familiarity, and the ability to prioritize, multitask, and meet deadlines while maintaining clear communication with clients and colleagues.