We are looking for an accomplished Attorney/Lawyer to join a legal team in New York, New York that advises and defends clients in complex litigation matters. This opportunity is well suited to a lawyer who is confident managing active cases, collaborating with sophisticated clients, and handling disputes involving injury, product-related claims, and transportation-related exposures. The role offers broad exposure to high-stakes defense work for domestic and international business clients across several regulated industries.
Responsibilities:
- Manage litigation matters from early case assessment through resolution for clients facing insurance defense, product liability, and other tort-related claims.
- Advocate for clients in disputes involving bodily injury, fatality claims, property damage, cargo-related losses, and comparable civil actions.
- Conduct and defend depositions, develop factual records, and drive discovery strategy in coordination with internal and external stakeholders.
- Prepare, file, and argue motions, briefs, and other court submissions with strong attention to legal analysis and procedural requirements.
- Build case strategy, evaluate liability and damages exposure, and provide practical recommendations tailored to each client's business objectives.
- Support trial readiness by organizing evidence, working with witnesses and experts, and assisting with hearing and courtroom preparation.
- Represent a diverse client base that may include air carriers, insurers, transportation companies, manufacturers, and other corporate entities.
- Maintain consistent communication with clients and legal teams regarding case developments, deadlines, and litigation strategy.
- Juris Doctor from an accredited law school with a strong academic record.
- Active license to practice law in the applicable jurisdiction and ability to satisfy admission requirements in relevant states as needed.
- At least 3 years of experience handling insurance defense, product liability, wrongful death, or related civil litigation matters.
- Demonstrated ability to independently manage depositions, motion practice, and day-to-day case activity.
- Solid background in civil litigation, including briefing, discovery, and case development.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present arguments clearly and persuasively.
- Excellent analytical judgment, organization, and case management capabilities.
- Prior courtroom or trial exposure is valued, though it is not required for consideration.