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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.
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