Trial Attorney

Equiliem; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 315,195,000 - 329,522,000; Full time

Job summary

Equiliem is seeking an Attorney – Trial Team with strong defense-side litigation experience to support pre-trial activities in general and commercial litigation, including mass tort matters. The role involves drafting motions, reviewing files and medical records, summarizing depositions, and conducting legal research to prepare case evaluation memoranda.

The candidate will work with lawyers on trial strategy, identify risks, and provide litigation support across tort and liability matters.

Qualifications

• Active license to practice law in the applicable jurisdiction.
• 5–8 years of legal experience with substantial litigation experience.
• Defense-side litigation experience, preferably with an insurance defense firm or carrier legal department.

Responsibilities

• Draft answers, motions, and other litigation documents.
• Review case files and medical records for completeness.
• Review and summarize medical records, depositions, and other materials.
• Prepare case evaluations and requests for authority.
• Conduct legal research on issues, verdicts, and strategies.
• Prepare memoranda and other written case materials.
• Collaborate with attorneys on trial strategy and development.
• Identify litigation risks and issues early in the case.
• Support tort, liability, commercial, and mass tort matters.
• Assist attorneys with pre-trial preparation and other support.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Analytical skills

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Tools

Bar admission

Job description

Location: New York, New York - Remote with occasional on site requirement

Pay: $110–$115 per hour

Job Summary

The Attorney – Trial Team will provide litigation support to attorneys with a primary focus on general litigation, along with commercial litigation and mass tort matters. This role will focus on pre-trial activities, including drafting motions and pleadings, reviewing case files and medical records, summarizing depositions, conducting legal research, and preparing case evaluation materials and memoranda. The attorney will collaborate with legal teams on trial strategy, identify litigation risks and issues, and support tort and liability matters. No court or deposition coverage is expected.

Job Responsibilities

• Draft answers, motions, motions for summary judgment, and other litigation documents.
• Review case files following note of issue to identify missing or incomplete information.
• Review and summarize medical records, depositions, and other case materials.
• Prepare case evaluations and requests for authority.
• Conduct legal research on relevant issues, verdicts, and litigation strategies.
• Prepare legal memoranda and other written case materials.
• Collaborate with attorneys on trial strategy and case development.
• Identify potential litigation risks, legal issues, and case concerns at an early stage.
• Support litigation matters involving tort, liability, commercial litigation, and mass tort claims.
• Assist attorneys with pre-trial preparation and other litigation support activities.

Job Requirements

• 5–8 years of legal experience with substantial litigation experience.
• Defense-side litigation experience, preferably with an insurance defense firm or carrier legal department.
• Strong experience drafting litigation motions, including motions for summary judgment.
• Experience reviewing and analyzing medical records.
• Understanding of carrier reporting requirements.
• Ability to identify litigation risks and legal issues early in the case.
• Experience with tort and liability litigation.
• Strong legal research, writing, analytical, and case evaluation skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with attorneys and legal teams.
• Active license to practice law in the applicable jurisdiction.

Education

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.

Work Experience

• 5–8 years of legal experience, with a strong focus on defense-side litigation.
• Experience with insurance defense firms and/or carrier legal departments preferred.