Civil Litigation Associate or Partner

About the Role

Join a trial-focused litigation boutique handling civil matters from inception through trial. This role offers hands-on courtroom, deposition, and client experience for an attorney committed to building a trial practice.

What You'll Do

• Manage civil litigation matters from initial case assessment through trial.

• Draft discovery requests and responses, and prepare substantive motions.

• Take and defend depositions.

• Participate in first- and second-chair trial work.

• 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.

• Active admission to the New York State Bar.

• Insurance defense litigation experience, with a background in motion practice and depositions.

• Strong legal writing skills and a willingness to provide a writing sample.

• Demonstrated interest in trial work; first- or second-chair experience is valued.

• Comfort working on-site five days per week and meeting a 2,000 billable-hour requirement.

Compensation & Benefits

Annual base salary: $150,000 to $200,000. Visa sponsorship is not available.

Location

On-site in Fishkill, New York.