Trial-Focused Senior Civil Litigator – New York

True Talent Solutions Partners; Town of Fishkill (NY); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base salary $150,000–$200,000 annually

No visa sponsorship

Job summary

True Talent Solutions Partners is seeking an associate with 7+ years of post-bar civil litigation experience or a partner track, to handle matters from inception through trial in New York.

The role emphasizes courtroom exposure, depositions, and close collaboration with clients, insurers, and claims handlers. Strong writing, motion practice, and a willingness to meet a 2,000 billable-hour requirement are essential.

Qualifications

• At least 7 years of post-bar experience in civil litigation or transferable courtroom practice.
• Admission to the New York State Bar and experience practicing in New York.
• Insurance defense experience, with a demonstrated interest in trial work.
• Strong legal writing skills and a writing sample.
• Experience with motion practice and depositions; first- or second-chair trial experience is valued.
• Comfort with a 2,000 billable-hour requirement.

Responsibilities

• Manage civil litigation matters from inception through trial.
• Draft discovery requests and responses, and prepare substantive motions.
• Take and defend depositions.
• Participate in trials as first or second chair.
• Work directly with clients, insurance carriers, and claims handlers.

Skills

Civil litigation

Trial experience

Legal writing

Depositions

Education

New York State Bar admission

Job description

True Talent Solutions Partners is seeking an associate with 7+ years of post-bar civil litigation experience or a partner track, to handle matters from inception through trial in New York.

The role emphasizes courtroom exposure, depositions, and close collaboration with clients, insurers, and claims handlers. Strong writing, motion practice, and a willingness to meet a 2,000 billable-hour requirement are essential.