Senior Trial Attorney

Jobot; New York (NY); On-site; USD 250,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a Senior Trial Attorney with substantial federal litigation and courtroom experience to take a leading role in complex, multi-party matters in New York. The ideal candidate will balance aggressive advocacy with client service and coordinate with experienced attorneys to drive case strategy.

The role requires top-tier writing, analytical skills, and the ability to manage demanding client relationships while mentoring junior lawyers in a prestigious federal practice.

Qualifications

• Strong federal litigation experience and courtroom advocacy.
• Excellent legal writing, research, and oral advocacy.
• Ability to lead complex multi-party matters and manage client relationships.
• Leadership to mentor junior attorneys and coordinate with teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage sophisticated federal litigation from evaluation to resolution.
• Serve as lead or co-lead counsel in trials, hearings, and dispositive motions.
• Develop litigation strategy and oversee discovery, motions, and pretrial work.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and related filings.
• Manage a substantial caseload while meeting deadlines.
• Counsel clients on case developments, risk, and options.
• Coordinate with co-counsel, investigators, and experts.
• Supervise and mentor junior attorneys and support staff.
• Maintain organized records and ensure ethical compliance.
• Represent the firm professionally in court and negotiations.

Education

Juris Doctor from an ABA-accredited law school

Job description

Senior Trial Attorney

$250000 - $300000 per year | New York, NY | On-site | Permanent

Senior Trial Attorney | $250K–$300K | High-Stakes Federal Litigation | Lead Trial Opportunities

A bit about us:

We are a highly regarded litigation practice representing clients in sophisticated, high-stakes federal matters. Our attorneys handle complex disputes involving significant legal, factual, and strategic considerations while maintaining a strong commitment to client service, professional integrity, and courtroom excellence.

Why join us?

We are a highly regarded litigation practice representing clients in sophisticated, high-stakes federal matters. Our attorneys handle complex disputes involving significant legal, factual, and strategic considerations while maintaining a strong commitment to client service, professional integrity, and courtroom excellence.

We are seeking an accomplished trial attorney who can help lead complex litigation, guide case strategy, manage important client relationships, and collaborate with experienced attorneys and legal professionals.

Job Details

Job Details

We are seeking a Senior Trial Attorney with substantial federal litigation and courtroom experience to take a leading role in complex, multi-party matters. The ideal candidate brings strong judgment, excellent advocacy skills, and the ability to balance litigation strategy with responsive client service.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage sophisticated federal litigation from initial evaluation through resolution, trial, and appeal
• Serve as lead or co-lead counsel in trials, hearings, and dispositive motion proceedings
• Develop litigation strategy and oversee discovery, motion practice, and pretrial preparation
• Draft and review pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery materials, and related filings
• Manage a substantial caseload while meeting competing court and client deadlines
• Counsel clients regarding case developments, legal risk, and strategic options
• Coordinate with co-counsel, opposing counsel, investigators, experts, and other parties
• Supervise and mentor junior attorneys, paralegals, and litigation support professionals
• Maintain organized case records and ensure compliance with court rules and ethical obligations
• Represent the practice professionally in court, negotiations, and other external settings

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor from an ABA-accredited law school
• Active New York Bar membership in good standing
• Prior experience as an Assistant United States Attorney or comparable federal prosecutor
• Significant federal prosecution or complex federal litigation experience
• Substantial first- or second-chair jury trial experience
• Experience managing multi-party, document-intensive, or otherwise complex matters
• Demonstrated ability to manage demanding client relationships professionally and discreetly
• Strong legal writing, research, oral advocacy, and analytical skills
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple active matters
• Sound judgment, high ethical standards, and discretion with confidential information
• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively to a broader case team

Preferred Qualifications

• Federal or state judicial clerkship
• Experience supervising or mentoring attorneys and support professionals
• Admission to one or more federal district or appellate courts in New York
• Experience with e-discovery and complex litigation management platforms

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization.

Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.