Tort Litigation Counsel – Remote Options

Justia, Inc.; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 185,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of New York’s Law Department is seeking an Assistant Corporation Counsel for its Tort Division. The role focuses on defending the City and its agencies in tort matters in State court, including hearings, depositions, and trial preparation.

Requires one year of civil litigation experience after graduation from an ABA-accredited law school and admission to the New York State Bar. Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential for interaction with City staff and counsel.

Qualifications

• One year of civil litigation experience after law school.
• Admitted and in good standing with the New York State Bar.
• Strong interpersonal and communication abilities for frequent interactions with City employees, agency representatives, opposing counsel, and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Represent the City in tort claims in State court and manage discovery, investigations, settlements, or trials.
• Draft pleadings, motions, and discovery responses; coordinate document discovery.
• Participate in trial rotation/second-chair opportunities; prepare witnesses, develop trial strategy, and handle post-trial submissions.

Skills

Civil litigation

Communication skills

Education

Juris Doctor from ABA-accredited law school

Job description

The City of New York’s Law Department is seeking an Assistant Corporation Counsel for its Tort Division. The role focuses on defending the City and its agencies in tort matters in State court, including hearings, depositions, and trial preparation.

Requires one year of civil litigation experience after graduation from an ABA-accredited law school and admission to the New York State Bar. Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential for interaction with City staff and counsel.