Senior Attorney, General Litigation

Con Edison Co.; Northern, New York (KY, NY); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

HSA

FSAs

401(k) match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

PTO & holidays

Family support

Volunteer opportunities

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Consolidated Edison Company of New York, Inc. seeks a Senior Attorney to take a leading role defending the Company in complex tort and premises liability matters, partnering with an in‑house legal team to drive strategy and advocate before courts, mediations, and related venues.

The ideal candidate will have 8+ years of personal injury experience, 3–5 years First Chair Trial experience in NY State Courts, and admission to the New York bar, with the ability to manage high‑exposure matters from

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate from a recognized law school with tort litigation experience.
• Must be admitted to the New York bar.
• 8 years of legal personal injury experience required.
• 3–5 years of First Chair Trial experience in NY State Courts required.
• Driver's License required.

Responsibilities

• Lead high‑exposure tort and premises liability matters from inception through trial.
• Manage a substantial caseload balancing litigation demands with business priorities.
• Lead all phases of discovery, depositions, site inspections, and evidentiary record shaping.
• Represent the Company in hearings, mediations, and trials involving significant complexity.
• Deliver legal research, analysis, and strategic guidance on complex litigation issues.
• Draft and refine pleadings, motions, briefs, and discovery demands and responses.
• Prepare and argue substantive motions, appear at court conferences, and advocate for the Company.
• Mentor junior attorneys and contribute to high-performing team development.
• Deliver executive‑level updates to senior leadership on high‑exposure litigation matters.

Skills

First Chair Trial

Personal injury litigation

Litigation strategy

Education

Juris Doctorate

Job description

Consolidated Edison Company of New York, Inc. (Con Edison), Orange & Rockland Utilities (O&R), and Consolidated Edison Transmission (CET) employees are required to follow health, safety, and environmental policies, EEO, Standards of Business Conduct, and all other applicable company policy and procedures. We all share a responsibility to advance the company’s mission by excelling at our three corporate priorities – safety of our people and the public, operational excellence in all that we do, and ensuring the best possible customer experience.

We are dedicated to supporting the physical, mental, and financial health of our employees and their families. This commitment extends beyond the workplace to foster personal growth and holistic wellbeing. Our life-changing rewards package includes:

• Health Savings Accounts
• Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) with robust matching
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with a generous matching contribution
• State of the art Employee Assistance Program
• Generous paid time off plus paid holidays
• Family support: emergency backup child, & elder care assistance
• Social responsibility and volunteer opportunities
• Employee discount program
• Culture of growth and learning: career development; tuition reimbursement; recognition program
• Life and Long-Term Disability Benefits

*Please be aware that some benefits may not apply to provisional or part‑time job titles.

Job Description

Do you have first chair trial experience? Are you looking for a dynamic exciting team where you can learn, grow and lead? The Senior Attorney will take on a leading role in defending the Company in complex, high‑exposure tort and premises liability matters, partnering with a sophisticated in‑house legal team to drive litigation strategy and advocate before city, state, and federal courts, as well as in private mediations. This is a compelling opportunity for a seasoned litigator to handle challenging cases, influence legal outcomes, and make a meaningful impact on matters critical to the Companys operations and reputation.

Responsibilities

Core Responsibilities

• Serve as a senior trial attorney managing a high‑volume docket of complex personal injury, tort, and premises liability matters, independently leading cases from inception through trial, resolution, and appeal as needed.
• Manage a substantial caseload of high‑exposure matters brought against the Company, balancing litigation demands, business priorities, and risk considerations with sound judgment and efficiency.
• Lead all phases of discovery in complex, high‑exposure matters, including identifying and analyzing critical documents, taking and defending depositions, conducting site inspections, and shaping the evidentiary record for trial.
• Represent the Company in hearings, mediations, and trials involving significant complexity, exposure, and business impact, serving as a trusted advocate in high‑stakes disputes.
• Deliver sophisticated legal research, analysis, and strategic guidance on complex litigation issues, partnering with Law Department colleagues to develop positions that protect the Companys interests.
• Draft and refine high‑impact pleadings, motions, briefs, and discovery demands and responses that advance litigation strategy and position matters for successful outcomes.
• Prepare and argue substantive motions, appear at court conferences, and confidently advocate for the Company in forums where strategic judgment and courtroom presence are essential.
• Provide strategic legal support across a broad range of issues connected to Company operations, contributing as a valued member of a high‑performing in‑house legal team.
• Mentor and develop junior attorneys by providing hands‑on guidance in case assessment, litigation planning, and trial strategy, helping build a high‑performing team equipped to manage complex tort and premises liability matters.
• Deliver polished, executive‑ready presentations and strategic updates to senior leadership on high‑exposure litigation matters, translating complex legal issues into clear, practical guidance that informs business decisions.

Qualifications

Required Education/Experience

• Juris Doctorate from a recognized Law School and Tort Litigation experience required.

Relevant Work Experience

• Must be admitted to the New York bar, required.
• 8 years of legal personal injury experience, required.
• 3-5 years First Chair Trial experience in NY State Courts, required.

Licenses and Certifications

• Driver's License Required

Additional Physical Demands

• The selected candidate will be assigned a System Emergency Assignment (i.e., an emergency response role) and will be expected to work non‑business hours during emergencies, which may include nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Must be able and willing to travel within Company service territory, as needed.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

EEO Statement:

Consolidated Edison Company of New York, Inc. (Con Edison), Orange & Rockland Utilities (O&R), and Consolidated Edison Transmission (CET) are equal opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of the individual’s actual or perceived disability, protected veteran status, race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship, domestic violence victim status, or any other actual or perceived status protected by law.