Senior Defense Litigation Attorney - Hybrid NYC Practice

Kingfisher Recruiting; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 125,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work flexibility

Professional development opportunities

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

Kingfisher Recruiting is seeking an attorney with defense litigation experience to manage a varied caseload in New York City. You will handle motions, discovery, depositions, and trial preparation, collaborating with partners and support staff to deliver results for clients.

The role requires a JD, NY Bar, and 3+ years of defense litigation, plus excellent writing, research, and advocacy skills. Hybrid work arrangements and ongoing professional development are available.

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school.
• Active membership in the New York State Bar.
• 3+ years of defense litigation experience preferred.
• Strong legal writing, research, and oral advocacy skills.
• Experience taking and defending depositions.
• Courtroom and motion practice experience.
• Ability to manage multiple matters and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong analytical, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and client relationship management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of defense litigation matters from assignment through trial and appeal.
• Conduct legal research and prepare pleadings, motions, briefs, and other litigation documents.
• Handle discovery including drafting/response and e-discovery.
• Conduct and defend depositions of parties, witnesses, and experts.
• Attend court appearances, hearings, conferences, arbitrations, mediations, and settlements.
• Develop litigation strategy and provide legal analysis to clients and firm leadership.
• Collaborate with partners, associates, experts, and staff for efficient case management.
• Maintain strong client relationships through regular communication and reporting.
• Prepare cases for trial and participate in trial proceedings as required.

Skills

JD required

Active NY Bar

Defense litigation

Legal writing

Deposition experience

Courtroom practice

Deadline management

Analytical skills

Negotiation

Client relations

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Kingfisher Recruiting is seeking an attorney with defense litigation experience to manage a varied caseload in New York City. You will handle motions, discovery, depositions, and trial preparation, collaborating with partners and support staff to deliver results for clients.

The role requires a JD, NY Bar, and 3+ years of defense litigation, plus excellent writing, research, and advocacy skills. Hybrid work arrangements and ongoing professional development are available.