Civil Litigation Associate or Partner

About the Role

Join a trial-focused civil litigation practice as an associate with 7 or more years of experience, or as a partner. You will manage cases from inception through trial and build hands-on courtroom experience, including depositions and trial work.

What You'll Do

• Handle civil litigation matters from initial stages 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 relevant courtroom practice.

• Active admission to the New York State Bar.

• Experience with insurance defense litigation, motion practice, and depositions.

• Strong legal writing skills, demonstrated through a writing sample.

• A demonstrated interest in trial work, with first- or second-chair trial experience valued.

• Comfort with an annual billable-hour expectation of approximately 2,000 hours.

Compensation & Benefits

Base salary range: $150,000 to $200,000 annually. Visa sponsorship is not available.

Location

On-site, with a sustainable commute to the Fishkill, New York office.