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Civil Litigation Associate or Partner
- Fishkill, NY, United States
$150,000 to $200,000 USD / year
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Job details
- Pay
- $150,000 to $200,000 USD / year
- Experience
- At least 7 years of post-bar experience in civil litigation or transferable courtroom practice.
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
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ABOUT THE ROLE
Join a trial-focused litigation practice as an associate with 7 or more years of experience, or as a partner. You will handle civil matters from inception through trial and build hands-on courtroom experience.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
- 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.
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR
- 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.
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
Base salary is $150,000 to $200,000 annually. Visa sponsorship is not available.
LOCATION
On-site in Fishkill, New York, five days per week. Candidates should be able to commute to the office.