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Location: New York, NY | Schedule: Full-time, hybrid | Compensation: Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package

Overview

An established litigation practice is seeking an Automobile Premises Liability Defense Attorney to manage a caseload of civil defense matters from inception through resolution. This role offers the opportunity to handle complex litigation independently while collaborating with a team of experienced attorneys and support staff in a fast-paced, client-focused environment.

What you'll do

• Manage Automobile and Premises Liability defense cases from inception through resolution
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery requests, responses, and other legal documents
• Conduct legal research and prepare memoranda to support litigation strategies
• Prepare for and attend depositions, hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and trials
• Draft, file, and argue dispositive motions
• Take and defend fact witness and expert depositions independently
• Prepare comprehensive written status reports for insurance carriers
• Ensure compliance with all court deadlines, procedural requirements, and case schedules
• Maintain accurate case files, litigation records, and supporting documentation
• Communicate regularly with clients and insurance carriers regarding case developments and provide interim status reports
• Collaborate with clients, expert witnesses, co-counsel, and colleagues to develop effective litigation strategies
• Work closely with partners and senior attorneys to ensure successful case management
• Respond to discovery requests and manage all aspects of the discovery process
• Represent clients in state court proceedings and alternative dispute resolution proceedings
• Maintain organized case documentation and electronic records
• Utilize legal research platforms, case management systems, and Microsoft Office applications
• Support firm initiatives, special projects, and departmental objectives as needed
• Prioritize multiple assignments and deadlines in a fast-paced litigation environment
• Participate in ongoing professional development and continuing legal education opportunities
• Maintain strict confidentiality of client, firm, and personnel information
• Collaborate effectively with attorneys, paralegals, support staff, and external partners

Required qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an ABA-accredited law school required
• Admission to the New York State Bar required
• Minimum of four (4) years of experience handling the defense of Automobile and Premises Liability matters in New York
• Strong experience managing civil litigation cases from inception through resolution
• Experience drafting, filing, and arguing dispositive motions
• Ability to conduct comprehensive legal research and analysis
• Experience responding to discovery requests and managing all phases of discovery
• Experience independently taking and defending fact witness and expert depositions
• Prior ADR experience handling arbitrations and mediations
• Experience preparing comprehensive written status reports for insurance carriers
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Strong organizational, time management, and analytical abilities
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment
• High attention to detail, professionalism, and confidentiality standards

Compensation and benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Health Advocate Program
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Flexible Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Twelve (12) Paid Holidays
• Parental Leave
• Military Leave Benefits
• Mobile Phone Stipend
• Associate Education Program
• Identity Theft Protection
• Employee discounts on tickets, entertainment, hotels, and more
• Professional development and career advancement opportunities

Why this role

This position offers the chance to independently manage a full litigation caseload, handle depositions and dispositive motions, and work closely with partners and senior attorneys within a collaborative, hybrid practice environment.